Behr Tahitian Sky M460-1
| Code: | M460-1 |
| Name: | Tahitian Sky |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Tahitian Sky?
Behr M460-1 Tahitian Sky evokes a sense of tranquility and relaxation, resembling the serene blue hues of a tropical sky. This color pairs beautifully with crisp whites and soft neutrals, creating a refreshing and airy atmosphere in any space. Its versatile nature allows it to harmonize with both modern and traditional interior styles, offering a touch of calmness and sophistication. Consider incorporating touches of sandy beige or warm coral accents to enhance the coastal-inspired vibe of Behr M460-1 Tahitian Sky in your home.
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What are Behr Tahitian Sky undertones?
Tahitian Sky has a clear blue 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:
#C9E9E7
RGB code:
201, 233, 231
Is Behr Tahitian Sky M460-1 cool or warm?
At 176° on the HSL hue wheel, this Blue falls clearly in the cool range.
M460-1 Tahitian Sky HSL code: 176, 42%, 85%
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 Tahitian Sky
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:


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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Tahitian Sky:
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
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Darker shades
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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 Tahitian Sky with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 356, such as Behr Folklore and Grand Plum.
LRV of Tahitian Sky
Tahitian Sky has an LRV of 73.83% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of 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 73.83%, 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 | #c9e9e7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 201, 233, 231 | |
| RGB Percent | 78.82%, 91.37%, 90.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 176° Saturation: 13.73% Value: 91.37% | |
| HSL | hsl(176, 42, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 13.73 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 0.86 Key: 8.63 | |
| YIQ | Y: 223.204 I: -18.426 Q: -7.392 | |
| XYZ | X: 67.645 Y: 76.463 Z: 86.775 | |
| CIE Lab | L:90.074 a:-10.803 b:-2.541 | |
| CIE Luv | L:90.074 u:-16.844 v:-2.055 | |
| Decimal | 13232615 | |
| Hunter Lab | 87.443, -14.94, 2.374 |
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