Behr Strong Iris M550-7
| Code: | M550-7 |
| Name: | Strong Iris |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Strong Iris?
The deep hue of Behr Strong Iris is reminiscent of a captivating evening sky, evoking a sense of mystery and sophistication in any space. This rich color can be paired with soft neutral tones such as cream and beige to create a harmonious contrast. For a bolder look, consider combining Strong Iris with accents of gold or bronze for a touch of glamour. The versatility of M550-7 allows it to complement both modern and traditional design styles, making it a versatile choice for any room in the home.
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What are Behr Strong Iris undertones?
The undertone of Strong Iris 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
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HEX value
HEX value:
#5E5F7E
RGB code:
94, 95, 126
Is Behr Strong Iris M550-7 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 238° thisdark purplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
M550-7 Strong Iris HSL code: 238, 15%, 43%
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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- 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 Strong Iris
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 Strong Iris:
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
M550-7
Strong Iris
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 Strong Iris with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 58, such as Behr Aged Olive and Dusty Olive.
LRV of Strong Iris
Strong Iris has an LRV of 12.44% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 12.44%, 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 | #5e5f7e |  |
| RGB Decimal | 94, 95, 126 | |
| RGB Percent | 36.86%, 37.25%, 49.41% | |
| HSV | Hue: 238° Saturation: 25.4% Value: 49.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(238, 15, 43) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 25.4 Magenta: 24.6 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 50.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 98.235 I: -10.558 Q: 9.436 | |
| XYZ | X: 12.473 Y: 12.07 Z: 21.406 | |
| CIE Lab | L:41.327 a:6.985 b:-17.452 | |
| CIE Luv | L:41.327 u:-2.293 v:-25.178 | |
| Decimal | 6184830 | |
| Hunter Lab | 34.742, 3.286, -12.211 | |
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