Behr Suede Gray PPU18-17

What are Behr Suede Gray undertones?

The undertone of Suede Gray can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

Is Behr Suede Gray PPU18-17 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 27° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU18-17 Suede Gray HSL code: 27, 4%, 50%

• Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
• Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
• Warm grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
• Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

How light temperature affects Suede Gray

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:

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

4000K

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Suede Gray:

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

PPU18-17
Suede Gray

• PPU26-04
  Falcon Gray

  

• N520-3
  Flannel Gray

  

• 780F-4
  Sparrow

  

• PPU26-07
  Smokey Wings

  

• 790F-4
  Creek Bend

  

Darker shades

PPU18-17
Suede Gray

• PPU18-19
  Intellectual

  

• HDC-CL-14A
  Warm Onyx

  

• N200-6
  Kindling

  

• PPU24-01
  Black Mocha

  

• PPU24-02
  Berry Brown

  

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 Gray with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 207, such as Behr Nor'Wester and Absolute Zero.

PPU18-17
Suede Gray

• N470-4
  Nor'Wester

  

• N490-1
  Absolute Zero

  

• N490-2
  Icicles

  

• N490-3
  Shaved Ice

  

• N480-5
  Adirondack Blue

  

• N480-6
  Nypd

  

• MQ5-19
  Hypnotic

  

LRV of Suede Gray

Suede Gray has an LRV of 21.85% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#857f7a
RGB Decimal	133, 127, 122
RGB Percent	52.16%, 49.80%, 47.84%
HSV	Hue: 27° Saturation: 8.27% Value: 52.16%
HSL	hsl(27, 4, 50)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.51 Yellow: 8.27 Key: 47.84
YIQ	Y: 128.224 I: 5.182 Q: -0.287
XYZ	X: 20.774 Y: 21.571 Z: 21.476
CIE Lab	L:53.568 a:1.321 b:3.525
CIE Luv	L:53.568 u:3.796 v:4.595
Decimal	8748922
Hunter Lab	46.444, -1.435, 5.095