Behr Suede Beige MQ3-38
| Code: | MQ3-38 |
| Name: | Suede Beige |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Suede Beige?
Behr's MQ3-38, also known as Suede Beige, offers a warm and inviting presence with its neutral tones. This versatile color pairs well with earthy hues like olive green, terracotta, and deep navy blue. The rich depth of MQ3-38 creates a cozy atmosphere when complemented by accents in shades of rust, charcoal, and soft ivory. Whether used as a backdrop for a modern living room or a serene bedroom retreat, Suede Beige adds a touch of sophistication to any space. Harness the elegance of MQ3-38 by incorporating natural textures such as wood, linen, and leather for a harmonious look.
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What are Behr Suede Beige undertones?
Suede Beige has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#D9C7B9
RGB code:
217, 199, 185
Is Behr Suede Beige MQ3-38 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 26°, this Beige reads warm on the HSL color wheel.
MQ3-38 Suede Beige HSL code: 26, 30%, 79%
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.
How light temperature affects Suede Beige
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Suede Beige:
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
MQ3-38
Suede Beige
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 Suede Beige with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 206, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.
LRV of Suede Beige
Suede Beige has an LRV of 59.49% 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 59.49%, 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 | #d9c7b9 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 217, 199, 185 | |
| RGB Percent | 85.10%, 78.04%, 72.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 26° Saturation: 14.75% Value: 85.1% | |
| HSL | hsl(26, 30, 79) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.29 Yellow: 14.75 Key: 14.9 | |
| YIQ | Y: 202.786 I: 15.225 Q: -0.549 | |
| XYZ | X: 57.794 Y: 59.102 Z: 54.249 | |
| CIE Lab | L:81.348 a:3.994 b:9.288 | |
| CIE Luv | L:81.348 u:11.609 v:12.835 | |
| Decimal | 14272441 | |
| Hunter Lab | 76.878, -0.346, 11.977 | |
Behr MQ3-38 Suede Beige
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