Behr Whispering Waterfall BL-W06
| Code: | BL-W06 |
| Name: | Whispering Waterfall |
| Brand: | Behr |
What color is Behr Whispering Waterfall?
Behr's BL-W06 Whispering Waterfall is a serene and soothing shade of soft blue, evoking a sense of tranquility and calmness. This elegant hue pairs beautifully with crisp white accents to create a fresh, airy look, while also complementing natural wood tones for a touch of warmth and coziness. Whispering Waterfall's versatility allows it to be combined with various shades of grey, such as Behr's PPU24-14 Magnetic Gray, adding depth and sophistication to any space. Whether used as the main wall color or as an accent, this delicate shade is perfect for creating a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere in any room.
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What are Behr Whispering Waterfall undertones?
Whispering Waterfall 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:
#E3E6DB
RGB code:
227, 230, 219
Is Behr Whispering Waterfall BL-W06 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 76°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
BL-W06 Whispering Waterfall HSL code: 76, 18%, 88%
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 Whispering Waterfall
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Behr Whispering Waterfall:
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
BL-W06
Whispering Waterfall
Darker shades
BL-W06
Whispering Waterfall
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 Whispering Waterfall with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 256, such as Behr Mardi Gras and Hyacinth Arbor.
LRV of Whispering Waterfall
Whispering Waterfall has an LRV of 77.37% 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 77.37%, 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 | #e3e6db |  |
| RGB Decimal | 227, 230, 219 | |
| RGB Percent | 89.02%, 90.20%, 85.88% | |
| HSV | Hue: 76° Saturation: 4.78% Value: 90.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(76, 18, 88) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.3 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 4.78 Key: 9.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 227.849 I: 1.747 Q: -4.058 | |
| XYZ | X: 72.759 Y: 78.039 Z: 78.229 | |
| CIE Lab | L:90.798 a:-2.947 b:5.005 | |
| CIE Luv | L:90.798 u:-1.101 v:8.095 | |
| Decimal | 14935771 | |
| Hunter Lab | 88.34, -7.578, 9.334 | |
Behr BL-W06 Whispering Waterfall
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