Behr So Shy MQ3-29
| Code: | MQ3-29 |
| Name: | So Shy |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr So Shy?
Behr's So Shy (MQ3-29) is a soft and delicate shade that exudes tranquility and elegance. This soothing off-white color pairs beautifully with accents in cool tones such as deep navy blue and soft sage green, creating a serene and sophisticated look. For a more dramatic contrast, try combining So Shy with rich jewel tones like emerald green or sapphire blue. Whether used as a main wall color or as an accent, So Shy adds a touch of warmth and sophistication to any space. Choose this versatile hue to create a calming and inviting atmosphere in your home.
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What are Behr So Shy undertones?
So Shy 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:
#DAD5D6
RGB code:
218, 213, 214
Is Behr So Shy MQ3-29 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 348°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
MQ3-29 So Shy HSL code: 348, 6%, 85%
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 So Shy
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr So Shy:
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
MQ3-29
So Shy
Darker shades
MQ3-29
So Shy
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 So Shy with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 168, such as Behr Forest Edge and Longmeadow.
LRV of So Shy
So Shy has an LRV of 67.55% and refers to Light colors that reflect most 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 67.55%, 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 | #dad5d6 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 218, 213, 214 | |
| RGB Percent | 85.49%, 83.53%, 83.92% | |
| HSV | Hue: 348° Saturation: 2.29% Value: 85.49% | |
| HSL | hsl(348, 6, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.29 Yellow: 1.83 Key: 14.51 | |
| YIQ | Y: 214.609 I: 2.658 Q: 1.369 | |
| XYZ | X: 64.842 Y: 67.349 Z: 73.184 | |
| CIE Lab | L:85.68 a:1.884 b:0.118 | |
| CIE Luv | L:85.68 u:2.788 v:-0.155 | |
| Decimal | 14341590 | |
| Hunter Lab | 82.067, -2.58, 4.574 | |
Behr MQ3-29 So Shy
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