What is the HEX code for Behr Rush Hour?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Rush Hour undertone is #536770 .

What is the RGB code of Behr Rush Hour?

RGB code is 83, 103, 112 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Behr Rush Hour MQ5-25

Q: Is Behr Rush Hour MQ5-25 cool or warm?

Behr MQ5-25 Rush Hour is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Rush Hour undertones?

Blue is Behr Rush Hour undertone color.

Code:	MQ5-25
Name:	Rush Hour
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Rush Hour?

Imagine a cozy living room drenched in the soothing hues of Behr Rush Hour (MQ5-25). This rich, warm shade of gray with subtle undertones of earthy brown creates a sophisticated and inviting atmosphere. Ideal for bedrooms and home offices, Rush Hour adds a touch of elegance and tranquility. Pair it with light-colored furniture and metallic accents to enhance its modern feel. Let Behr MQ5-25 Rush Hour transform your space into a timeless oasis of style and comfort.

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What are Behr Rush Hour undertones?

The undertone of Rush Hour can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#536770

RGB code:

83, 103, 112

Is Behr Rush Hour MQ5-25 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 199° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

MQ5-25 Rush Hour HSL code: 199, 15%, 38%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Rush Hour

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Rush Hour:

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

MQ5-25
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Darker shades

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Rush Hour

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Rush Hour with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 19, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

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LRV of Rush Hour

Rush Hour has an LRV of 12.39% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 12.39%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#536770
RGB Decimal	83, 103, 112
RGB Percent	32.55%, 40.39%, 43.92%
HSV	Hue: 199° Saturation: 25.89% Value: 43.92%
HSL	hsl(199, 15, 38)
CMYK	Cyan: 25.89 Magenta: 8.04 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 56.08
YIQ	Y: 98.046 I: -14.81 Q: -1.43
XYZ	X: 11.341 Y: 12.709 Z: 17.18
CIE Lab	L:42.321 a:-5.23 b:-7.52
CIE Luv	L:42.321 u:-10.398 v:-9.441
Decimal	5465968
Hunter Lab	35.65, -5.601, -3.619