Behr Safari Chic MQ2-20
| Code: | MQ2-20 |
| Name: | Safari Chic |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Safari Chic?
Behr Safari Chic (MQ2-20) is a versatile and sophisticated neutral shade that adds a touch of warmth to any space. This classic taupe tone pairs beautifully with crisp whites, soft greys, and warm browns to create a modern and inviting ambiance. Whether used as a wall color or as an accent, Safari Chic complements both light and dark wood finishes, making it an ideal choice for a wide range of interior styles. Elevate the look by incorporating accents in muted blues or greens for a refreshing and tranquil feel. Embrace the timeless appeal of Behr Safari Chic by blending it with natural textures and metallic finishes for a truly elegant space.
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What are Behr Safari Chic undertones?
Safari Chic has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#B7AA96
RGB code:
183, 170, 150
Is Behr Safari Chic MQ2-20 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 36°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
MQ2-20 Safari Chic HSL code: 36, 19%, 65%
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.
How light temperature affects Safari Chic
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).
Use the slider to see how this Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Safari Chic:
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
MQ2-20
Safari Chic
Darker shades
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 Safari Chic with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 216, such as Behr Icicles and Shaved Ice.
LRV of Safari Chic
Safari Chic has an LRV of 41.14% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 41.14%, 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 | #b7aa96 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 183, 170, 150 | |
| RGB Percent | 71.76%, 66.67%, 58.82% | |
| HSV | Hue: 36° Saturation: 18.03% Value: 71.76% | |
| HSL | hsl(36, 19, 65) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.1 Yellow: 18.03 Key: 28.24 | |
| YIQ | Y: 171.607 I: 14.174 Q: -3.474 | |
| XYZ | X: 39.408 Y: 41.02 Z: 34.688 | |
| CIE Lab | L:70.19 a:1.328 b:12.008 | |
| CIE Luv | L:70.19 u:9.039 v:16.619 | |
| Decimal | 12036758 | |
| Hunter Lab | 64.047, -2.251, 12.721 | |
Behr MQ2-20 Safari Chic
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