Behr Space Black N460-7
| Code: | N460-7 |
| Name: | Space Black |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Space Black?
The BEHR N460-7 Space Black paint color brings a sense of dramatic sophistication to any space. Its deep richness pairs wonderfully with light neutrals, such as N200-1 Arctic Black, to create a striking contrast. This color also complements warm tones like N270-4 Mission Control, adding depth and elegance to the overall design. Pairing Space Black with cooler shades like N480-5 Adirondack Blue can create a modern and sleek aesthetic in any room. The versatility of this color allows for endless design possibilities, making it a timeless choice for interior spaces.
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What are Behr Space Black undertones?
Space Black has a green 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:
#505150
RGB code:
80, 81, 80
Is Behr Space Black N460-7 cool or warm?
With a hue of 120°, this dark purple leans cool, but it's near the neutral line and may feel warmer in certain lighting.
N460-7 Space Black HSL code: 120, 1%, 32%
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 Space Black
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 purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Space Black:
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
N460-7
Space Black
Darker shades
N460-7
Space Black
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 Space Black with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 300, such as Behr Mata Hari and Passion Fruit.
LRV of Space Black
Space Black has an LRV of 8.42% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 8.42%, 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 | #505150 | |
| RGB Decimal | 80, 81, 80 | |
| RGB Percent | 31.37%, 31.76%, 31.37% | |
| HSV | Hue: 120° Saturation: 1.23% Value: 31.76% | |
| HSL | hsl(120, 1, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.23 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.23 Key: 68.24 | |
| YIQ | Y: 80.587 I: -0.275 Q: -0.523 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.698 Y: 8.17 Z: 8.759 | |
| CIE Lab | L:34.333 a:-0.622 b:0.447 | |
| CIE Luv | L:34.333 u:-0.49 v:0.636 | |
| Decimal | 5263696 | |
| Hunter Lab | 28.582, -1.942, 1.839 |
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