Behr Tranquil Pond PPU15-07
| Code: | PPU15-07 |
| Name: | Tranquil Pond |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Tranquil Pond?
Immerse your space in the soothing charm of Tranquil Pond (Behr PPU15-07). This serene hue effortlessly captivates with its blend of calmness and sophistication, creating a peaceful retreat in any room. Tranquil Pond is perfect for transforming bedrooms into tranquil sanctuaries and living rooms into cozy havens. This versatile color also pairs beautifully with natural wood accents and soft textiles, making it ideal for creating a harmonious atmosphere in offices or reading nooks. Embrace the tranquility of Tranquil Pond and infuse your space with a sense of understated elegance and timeless allure.
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What are Behr Tranquil Pond undertones?
The undertone of Tranquil Pond 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#768294
RGB code:
118, 130, 148
Is Behr Tranquil Pond PPU15-07 cool or warm?
With a hue of 216° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
PPU15-07 Tranquil Pond HSL code: 216, 12%, 52%
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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- 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 Tranquil Pond
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 blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Tranquil Pond:
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
PPU15-07
Tranquil Pond
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 Tranquil Pond with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 36, such as Behr Oak Creek and Chicago Fog.
LRV of Tranquil Pond
Tranquil Pond has an LRV of 21.93% and refers to Medium 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 21.93%, 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 | #768294 | |
| RGB Decimal | 118, 130, 148 | |
| RGB Percent | 46.27%, 50.98%, 58.04% | |
| HSV | Hue: 216° Saturation: 20.27% Value: 58.04% | |
| HSL | hsl(216, 12, 52) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 20.27 Magenta: 12.16 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 41.96 | |
| YIQ | Y: 128.464 I: -12.935 Q: 3.063 | |
| XYZ | X: 20.797 Y: 21.954 Z: 31.151 | |
| CIE Lab | L:53.979 a:-0.336 b:-11.132 | |
| CIE Luv | L:53.979 u:-7.223 v:-16.055 | |
| Decimal | 7766676 | |
| Hunter Lab | 46.856, -2.768, -6.619 |
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