Behr Smell The Roses MQ1-08

Code:MQ1-08
Name:Smell The Roses
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Smell The Roses?

Elevate your space with the captivating charm of Smell The Roses (Behr MQ1-08). This soft and elegant shade effortlessly infuses a sense of tranquility and sophistication into any room. From cozy bedrooms to chic living rooms, this color adds a touch of serene beauty wherever it is applied. Embrace the timeless appeal of Smell The Roses (MQ1-08) to create a welcoming and calming atmosphere in your home. Let this dreamy hue inspire a space that exudes both warmth and style.

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What are Behr Smell The Roses undertones?

The undertone of Smell The Roses 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#BB7283

RGB code:

187, 114, 131

Is Behr Smell The Roses MQ1-08 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 346° thisdark pinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

MQ1-08 Smell The Roses HSL code: 346, 35%, 59%

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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • 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 Smell The Roses

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark pink shade looks under different lighting:

Living‑room mockup
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Smell The Roses:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

MQ1-08
Smell The Roses

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Smell The Roses with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 166, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.

LRV of Smell The Roses

Smell The Roses has an LRV of 25.5% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy 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 25.5%, 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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HEX#bb7283Copy color code
RGB Decimal187, 114, 131Copy color code
RGB Percent73.33%, 44.71%, 51.37%Copy color code
HSVHue: 346° Saturation: 39.04% Value: 73.33%Copy color code
HSLhsl(346, 35, 59)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 39.04 Yellow: 29.95 Key: 26.67Copy color code
YIQY: 137.765 I: 38.038 Q: 20.733Copy color code
XYZX: 30.608 Y: 24.24 Z: 24.533Copy color code
CIE LabL:56.328 a:30.961 b:3.001Copy color code
CIE LuvL:56.328 u:46.772 v:-1.457Copy color code
Decimal12284547Copy color code
Hunter Lab49.234, 24.81, 4.92Copy color code
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