Behr Spring Valley S390-2
| Code: | S390-2 |
| Name: | Spring Valley |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Spring Valley?
Behr's Spring Valley (S390-2) exudes a serene and rejuvenating vibe, making it an ideal choice for those looking to infuse their space with a touch of nature. This soft and tranquil hue effortlessly pairs well with crisp whites, earthy greens, and warm neutrals, creating a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. Whether used as the main wall color or as an accent, Spring Valley adds a refreshing pop of color that complements a wide range of decor styles. Embrace the soothing essence of Spring Valley (S390-2) in your space and watch as it transforms your room into a peaceful sanctuary.
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What are Behr Spring Valley undertones?
The undertone of Spring Valley can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CED7C5
RGB code:
206, 215, 197
Is Behr Spring Valley S390-2 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 90° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
S390-2 Spring Valley HSL code: 90, 18%, 81%
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 green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Spring Valley
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Spring Valley:
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
S390-2
Spring Valley
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 Spring Valley with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 270, such as Behr Mata Hari and Live Jazz.
LRV of Spring Valley
Spring Valley has an LRV of 64.51% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 64.51%, 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 | #ced7c5 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 206, 215, 197 | |
| RGB Percent | 80.78%, 84.31%, 77.25% | |
| HSV | Hue: 90° Saturation: 8.37% Value: 84.31% | |
| HSL | hsl(90, 18, 81) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.19 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 8.37 Key: 15.69 | |
| YIQ | Y: 210.257 I: 0.421 Q: -7.505 | |
| XYZ | X: 59.83 Y: 65.754 Z: 62.348 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.871 a:-6.276 b:7.835 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.871 u:-4.164 v:12.741 | |
| Decimal | 13555653 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.089, -10.203, 11.175 | |
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