Behr Sonora Rose N160-4
| Code: | N160-4 |
| Name: | Sonora Rose |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Sonora Rose?
The warm and inviting hue of Behr Sonora Rose N160-4 adds a subtle touch of sophistication to any space. This versatile color pairs beautifully with rich navy blue hues for a classic look, while also complementing earthy tones like terracotta and olive green for a more eclectic feel. Sonora Rose can be used as a statement wall color or as an accent throughout a room to create a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Whether paired with neutrals for a modern aesthetic or combined with bold shades for a vibrant pop, this color effortlessly elevates any interior design scheme.
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What are Behr Sonora Rose undertones?
Sonora Rose 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:
#B4978D
RGB code:
180, 151, 141
Is Behr Sonora Rose N160-4 cool or warm?
With a hue of 15°, this Pink reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
N160-4 Sonora Rose HSL code: 15, 21%, 63%
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 Sonora Rose
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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:


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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Sonora Rose:
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
N160-4
Sonora Rose
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 Sonora Rose with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 195, such as Behr Oceanic Climate and Nor'Wester.
LRV of Sonora Rose
Sonora Rose has an LRV of 34.6% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of 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 34.6%, 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 | #b4978d | |
| RGB Decimal | 180, 151, 141 | |
| RGB Percent | 70.59%, 59.22%, 55.29% | |
| HSV | Hue: 15° Saturation: 21.67% Value: 70.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(15, 21, 63) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 16.11 Yellow: 21.67 Key: 29.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 158.531 I: 20.495 Q: 3.023 | |
| XYZ | X: 34.696 Y: 33.761 Z: 29.881 | |
| CIE Lab | L:64.772 a:9.187 b:9.293 | |
| CIE Luv | L:64.772 u:18.687 v:11.272 | |
| Decimal | 11835277 | |
| Hunter Lab | 58.104, 4.908, 10.182 |
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