# Behr Strong Iris

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-strong-iris](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-strong-iris)

Behr Strong Iris M550-7 is a deep, muted blue-violet with a noticeable gray cast that keeps it grounded rather than bright. Its cool character reads closer to a smoky indigo in daylight, while lower or warmer lighting can bring out its softened purple side. This shade has enough depth for a dramatic bedroom wall, study, or dining room, yet its restrained saturation prevents it from feeling overly vivid. Pair Strong Iris with crisp white trim, weathered oak, brushed nickel, or charcoal textiles for a layered, modern look. It also makes a strong choice for cabinetry or a painted built-in when balanced with pale stone or warm off-white walls.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Strong Iris
- **Color code:** M550-7
- **HEX:** #5e5f7e
- **RGB:** 94, 95, 126
- **LRV:** 12.44%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Purple
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **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

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Darkest Grape](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-darkest-grape-2069-30)
- [Behr Blue Blood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-blue-blood)
- [Sherwin Williams Purple Passage](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-passage-sw-6551)
- [Valspar US Alpine Forget-Me-Not](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-alpine-forget-me-not)
- [Behr Hyacinth Arbor](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-hyacinth-arbor)
- [Valspar US Shadow Mountain](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-shadow-mountain)
- [Behr Aurora Splendor](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aurora-splendor)
- [Behr Bossa Nova](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bossa-nova)
- [Valspar US When Worlds Collide](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-when-worlds-collide)
- [Valspar US Purple Valley](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-purple-valley)
- [Behr Award Night](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-award-night)
- [Sherwin Williams Mesmerize](https://plan-home.com/color/mesmerize-sw-6544)
- [Behr Dangerously Elegant](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dangerously-elegant)
- [Valspar US Karmic Grape](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-karmic-grape)
- [Behr Napa Winery](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-napa-winery)
- [Benjamin Moore French Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-french-violet-1427)
- [Sherwin Williams Plummy](https://plan-home.com/color/plummy-sw-6558)
- [Benjamin Moore Bistro Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-bistro-blue-1421)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Camelot](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-camelot)
- [Behr Little Theater](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-little-theater)
- [Behr Royal Fortune](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-royal-fortune)
- [Behr Monarchy](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-monarchy)
- [Behr Kimono Violet](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-kimono-violet)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Renaissance](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-renaissance)
- [Behr Blue Blood](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-blue-blood)
- [Behr Bossa Nova](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-bossa-nova)
- [Behr Majestic Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-majestic-blue)
- [Behr Black Sapphire](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-black-sapphire)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Aged Olive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-aged-olive)
- [Behr Dusty Olive](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dusty-olive)
- [Behr Mossy Bank](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-mossy-bank)
- [Behr Jungle Camouflage](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-jungle-camouflage)
- [Behr Eon](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-eon)
- [Behr White](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-white)
- [Behr Milkweed Pod](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-milkweed-pod)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.