Behr Spanish Lace YL-W02
| Code: | YL-W02 |
| Name: | Spanish Lace |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Spanish Lace?
Behr Spanish Lace YL-W02 is a charming and versatile off-white shade that radiates warmth throughout any space. This color is perfect for bringing a touch of elegance and sophistication to living rooms, bedrooms, and dining areas. The soft undertones of Spanish Lace YL-W02 create a serene and inviting atmosphere that pairs beautifully with both modern and traditional decor styles. Whether you want to create a cozy sanctuary or a chic entertaining space, this color code adds a timeless allure that will leave a lasting impression on all who enter. Embrace the timeless beauty of Behr Spanish Lace YL-W02 and transform your home into a sanctuary of style and grace.
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What are Behr Spanish Lace undertones?
The undertone of Spanish Lace 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#FCE8CA
RGB code:
252, 232, 202
Is Behr Spanish Lace YL-W02 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 36° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
YL-W02 Spanish Lace HSL code: 36, 89%, 89%
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 yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- 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 Spanish Lace
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Spanish Lace:
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
YL-W02
Spanish Lace
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 Spanish Lace with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 216, such as Behr Loyal and Cornflower.
LRV of Spanish Lace
Spanish Lace has an LRV of 82.69% and refers to White colors that reflect almost all 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 82.69%, 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 | #fce8ca |  |
| RGB Decimal | 252, 232, 202 | |
| RGB Percent | 98.82%, 90.98%, 79.22% | |
| HSV | Hue: 36° Saturation: 19.84% Value: 98.82% | |
| HSL | hsl(36, 89, 89) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.94 Yellow: 19.84 Key: 1.18 | |
| YIQ | Y: 234.56 I: 21.558 Q: -5.105 | |
| XYZ | X: 79.661 Y: 82.675 Z: 67.623 | |
| CIE Lab | L:92.872 a:2.143 b:17.073 | |
| CIE Luv | L:92.872 u:13.8 v:24.549 | |
| Decimal | 16574666 | |
| Hunter Lab | 90.926, -2.734, 19.553 | |
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