Behr South Pacific MQ5-60
| Code: | MQ5-60 |
| Name: | South Pacific |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr South Pacific?
Behr South Pacific (MQ5-60) is a soothing and serene shade reminiscent of the crystal-clear waters of a tropical paradise. This versatile color pairs beautifully with crisp whites for a fresh and airy look, or with sandy beiges and warm neutrals for a more earthy and grounded feel. For a touch of sophistication, try combining South Pacific with accents in shades of soft gray or charcoal. Whether used as a main wall color or as a subtle accent, South Pacific adds a calming and coastal vibe to any space.
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What are Behr South Pacific undertones?
The undertone of South Pacific can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#698694
RGB code:
105, 134, 148
Is Behr South Pacific MQ5-60 cool or warm?
With a hue of 200° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
MQ5-60 South Pacific HSL code: 200, 17%, 50%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 South Pacific
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 blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr South Pacific:
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
MQ5-60
South Pacific
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 South Pacific with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 20, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.
LRV of South Pacific
South Pacific has an LRV of 21.37% 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 21.37%, 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 | #698694 | |
| RGB Decimal | 105, 134, 148 | |
| RGB Percent | 41.18%, 52.55%, 58.04% | |
| HSV | Hue: 200° Saturation: 29.05% Value: 58.04% | |
| HSL | hsl(200, 17, 50) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 29.05 Magenta: 9.46 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 41.96 | |
| YIQ | Y: 126.925 I: -21.78 Q: -1.778 | |
| XYZ | X: 19.694 Y: 22.191 Z: 31.255 | |
| CIE Lab | L:54.229 a:-6.839 b:-10.847 | |
| CIE Luv | L:54.229 u:-15.042 v:-14.707 | |
| Decimal | 6915732 | |
| Hunter Lab | 47.107, -7.812, -6.363 |
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