Behr Speedboat M490-3

Color code:M490-3
Color name:Speedboat
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Speedboat?

Elevate your space with the serene charm of Behr's Speedboat (M490-3) paint color. This soft, sophisticated hue exudes a sense of calm and tranquility, perfect for creating a welcoming atmosphere in any room. Pair Speedboat with crisp whites for a fresh and modern look, or combine it with accents in Cool Ash (N390-4) for a contemporary touch. For a touch of warmth, consider incorporating hints of Cozy Cottage (S370-1) or Rustic Taupe (N220-2) to complement Speedboat's understated elegance. Discover endless possibilities with this versatile and timeless color choice.

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View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

What are Behr Speedboat undertones?

Blue is Behr Speedboat undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#90BFD4

RGB code:

144, 191, 212

Is Behr Speedboat M490-3 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 199° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

M490-3 Speedboat HSL code: 199, 44%, 70%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Blue undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Speedboat:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Speedboat M490-3 vs Cosmic Blue MQ6-32

Behr Speedboat M490-3 vs Behr Cosmic Blue MQ6-32Open Speedboat M490-3
LRV: 45.33%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 46.57%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold

Speedboat M490-3 vs Toile Blue P520-3

Behr Speedboat M490-3 vs Behr Toile Blue P520-3Open Speedboat M490-3
LRV: 45.33%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 46.5%
Light Medium color
Temperature: cold