Behr Whipped Mint MQ3-20
| Official page: | Whipped Mint MQ3-20 |
| Code: | MQ3-20 |
| Name: | Whipped Mint |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Whipped Mint?
Behr Whipped Mint (MQ3-20) is a refreshing and tranquil shade that effortlessly brings a sense of calm to any space. This soft green hue is reminiscent of delicate mint leaves, creating a soothing and serene atmosphere. Perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, and bathrooms, Whipped Mint adds a touch of subtle elegance and enhances natural light. Its versatility allows it to complement a variety of styles, from modern to farmhouse, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a peaceful retreat within their home. Embrace the beauty and serenity of Behr MQ3-20 Whipped Mint for a space that exudes tranquility and sophistication.
Behr MQ3-20 on kitchen cabinets (3 photos)
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool blue hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
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Behr Whipped Mint reviews (5 photos)
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What are Behr Whipped Mint undertones?
Whipped Mint has a clear green 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:
#C7DDD6
RGB code:
199, 221, 214
Is Behr Whipped Mint MQ3-20 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 161°, this Blue reads cool based on its HSL hue position.
MQ3-20 Whipped Mint HSL code: 161, 24%, 82%
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 Whipped Mint
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Whipped Mint:
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
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 Whipped Mint with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 341, such as Behr Plum Royale and Folklore.
LRV of Whipped Mint
Whipped Mint has an LRV of 69% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 69%, 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 | #C7DDD6 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 199, 221, 214 | |
| RGB Percent | 78.04%, 86.67%, 83.92% | |
| HSV | Hue: 161° Saturation: 9.95% Value: 86.67% | |
| HSL | hsl(161, 24, 82) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 9.95 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 3.17 Key: 13.33 | |
| YIQ | Y: 213.624 I: -10.86 Q: -6.832 | |
| XYZ | X: 61.544 Y: 68.709 Z: 73.62 | |
| CIE Lab | L:86.36 a:-8.641 b:0.943 | |
| CIE Luv | L:86.36 u:-11.626 v:2.939 | |
| Decimal | 13098454 | |
| Hunter Lab | 82.891, -12.529, 5.365 | |
Behr MQ3-20 Whipped Mint
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