Behr Smokey Cream N190-1

Code:N190-1
Name:Smokey Cream
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Smokey Cream?

The tint of Behr Smokey Cream adds a warm and inviting touch to any space, making it ideal for creating a cozy and comfortable atmosphere. This neutral hue pairs effortlessly with soft earth tones like Behr N190-6 Maple Glaze and subtle pastels such as Behr N190-2 Feather Gray. For a more contemporary look, consider combining Behr Smokey Cream with deep shades like Behr N190-7 Bunker Hill Green or rich jewel tones reminiscent of Behr N190-4 Night Club. The versatility of Behr Smokey Cream allows for endless color combinations, making it a popular choice for those looking to create a timeless and stylish interior.

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What are Behr Smokey Cream undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#E9DFD5

RGB code:

233, 223, 213

Is Behr Smokey Cream N190-1 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 30° thisGreigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N190-1 Smokey Cream HSL code: 30, 31%, 87%

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 greige shades combine the warmth of beige with the modernity of grey, offering a versatile and inviting backdrop for living rooms, dining areas, and bedrooms.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Smokey Cream

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 Greige shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Smokey Cream:

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

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 Smokey Cream with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 210, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.

LRV of Smokey Cream

Smokey Cream has an LRV of 75.07% and refers to Off‑White 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 75.07%, 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

We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.

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HEX#e9dfd5Copy color code
RGB Decimal233, 223, 213Copy color code
RGB Percent91.37%, 87.45%, 83.53%Copy color code
HSVHue: 30° Saturation: 8.58% Value: 91.37%Copy color code
HSLhsl(30, 31, 87)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.29 Yellow: 8.58 Key: 8.63Copy color code
YIQY: 224.85 I: 9.172 Q: -0.997Copy color code
XYZX: 72.0 Y: 74.904 Z: 73.598Copy color code
CIE LabL:89.348 a:1.707 b:6.112Copy color code
CIE LuvL:89.348 u:6.388 v:8.862Copy color code
Decimal15327189Copy color code
Hunter Lab86.547, -2.96, 10.164Copy color code