Behr Underwater PPU12-20

Color code:PPU12-20
Color name:Underwater
Brand:Behr

What color is Behr Underwater?

Imagining a space painted in Behr Underwater is like envisioning a tranquil escape where the PPU12-20 walls evoke a sense of calm serenity. This soft, watery green pairs beautifully with shades of sandy beige and warm driftwood tones to create a soothing coastal ambiance. The mix of Behr Underwater with earthy neutrals and hints of subtle blue hues can transform any room into a peaceful retreat, perfectly blending a hint of nature into the interior palette. Embracing a harmonious balance of soft greens and natural elements, the combination of PPU12-20 Underwater with complementary earthy tones exudes a welcoming, laid-back vibe for a fresh, rejuvenating atmosphere.

What are Behr Underwater undertones?

Blue is Behr Underwater undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#4D6162

RGB code:

77, 97, 98

Is Behr Underwater PPU12-20 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 183° this Blue refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

PPU12-20 Underwater HSL code: 183, 12%, 34%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Cool Blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh and modern
  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool Green undertones make small spaces feel more open and expansive
  • Cool paint hue are ideal for bedroom or bathroom. Be careful with deep blues and greens in bathroom, which will reflect on your skin.

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.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Underwater:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Behr PPU12-20 Underwater

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.

Color comparison

Underwater PPU12-20 vs Walk Me Home MQ6-02

Behr Underwater PPU12-20 vs Behr Walk Me Home MQ6-02Open Underwater PPU12-20
LRV: 10.68%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold
LRV: 11.12%
Medium Dark color
Temperature: cold