What is the HEX code for Behr Whale Gray?

The hexadecimal color code for Behr Whale Gray undertone is #59676B .

What is the RGB code of Behr Whale Gray?

RGB code is 89, 103, 107 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is Behr Whale Gray N470-6 cool or warm?

Behr N470-6 Whale Gray is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Behr Whale Gray undertones?

Blue is Behr Whale Gray undertone color.

Official page:	Whale Gray N470-6
Code:	N470-6
Name:	Whale Gray
Brand:	Behr

What color is Behr Whale Gray?

Transform your space with an elegant touch of sophistication by painting your walls in Behr Whale Gray (N470-6). This versatile and timeless shade exudes a sense of calm and tranquility, making it the perfect backdrop for any room. Pair Whale Gray with accents in crisp white for a classic look, or add pops of navy blue for a modern twist. Incorporate natural textures such as wood or rattan to complement the warm undertones of this exquisite color. Elevate your interior design with Behr's Whale Gray (N470-6) for a chic and inviting atmosphere that will surely impress.

Whale Gray for bedroom

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Behr N470-6 on kitchen cabinets

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Behr Whale Gray reviews

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What are Behr Whale Gray undertones?

The undertone of Whale Gray 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#59676B

RGB code:

89, 103, 107

Is Behr Whale Gray N470-6 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 193° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

N470-6 Whale Gray HSL code: 193, 9%, 38%

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 Whale 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:

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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Whale 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

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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 Whale Gray with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 13, such as Behr Autumn Ashes and Piano Brown.

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LRV of Whale Gray

Whale Gray has an LRV of 13% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 13%, 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	#59676B
RGB Decimal	89, 103, 107
RGB Percent	34.90%, 40.39%, 41.96%
HSV	Hue: 193° Saturation: 16.82% Value: 41.96%
HSL	hsl(193, 9, 38)
CMYK	Cyan: 16.82 Magenta: 3.74 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 58.04
YIQ	Y: 99.27 I: -9.628 Q: -1.717
XYZ	X: 11.623 Y: 12.886 Z: 15.781
CIE Lab	L:42.59 a:-4.366 b:-4.038
CIE Luv	L:42.59 u:-7.491 v:-4.757
Decimal	5859179
Hunter Lab	35.897, -5.022, -0.937