Behr Sensuous MQ1-06
| Code: | MQ1-06 |
| Name: | Sensuous |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Sensuous?
Behr Sensuous (MQ1-06) is a rich and alluring hue that adds a touch of glamour to any space. This deep and sophisticated color exudes warmth and intimacy, making it ideal for creating a cozy yet luxurious atmosphere in a bedroom or living room. The mysterious allure of Sensuous transforms a dining room into an elegant and inviting space, perfect for hosting intimate gatherings. In a home office, this sumptuous hue inspires creativity and focus, while infusing the room with a sense of refinement and sophistication. Embrace the captivating beauty of Behr Sensuous (MQ1-06) in these rooms to elevate your decor and create a truly enchanting space.
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What are Behr Sensuous undertones?
The undertone of Sensuous can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#B75E6B
RGB code:
183, 94, 107
Is Behr Sensuous MQ1-06 cool or warm?
With a hue of 351° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ1-06 Sensuous HSL code: 351, 38%, 54%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Sensuous
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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Sensuous:
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
MQ1-06
Sensuous
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 Sensuous with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 171, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of Sensuous
Sensuous has an LRV of 19.66% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 19.66%, 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 | #b75e6b | |
| RGB Decimal | 183, 94, 107 | |
| RGB Percent | 71.76%, 36.86%, 41.96% | |
| HSV | Hue: 351° Saturation: 48.63% Value: 71.76% | |
| HSL | hsl(351, 38, 54) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 48.63 Yellow: 41.53 Key: 28.24 | |
| YIQ | Y: 122.093 I: 48.858 Q: 22.872 | |
| XYZ | X: 26.186 Y: 19.137 Z: 16.221 | |
| CIE Lab | L:50.847 a:37.215 b:9.23 | |
| CIE Luv | L:50.847 u:60.542 v:5.005 | |
| Decimal | 12017259 | |
| Hunter Lab | 43.745, 30.296, 8.637 |
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