Benjamin Moore Head Over Heels AF-250

Official page:Head Over Heels AF-250
Code:AF-250
Name:Head Over Heels
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Head Over Heels?

Benjamin Moore AF-250 Head Over Heels is a stunning, deep magenta hue that adds a bold and sophisticated touch to any room. This rich color pairs beautifully with neutrals like Benjamin Moore CC-40 Cloud Cover and Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove to create a chic contrast. For a more vibrant look, try combining it with Benjamin Moore CSP-545 Morning Sky Blue or Benjamin Moore AF-580 Exhale. Whether you're looking to make a statement or add a pop of color, Head Over Heels is the perfect choice for creating a modern and stylish interior space.

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What are Benjamin Moore Head Over Heels undertones?

The undertone of Head Over Heels can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#EFDED2

RGB code:

239, 222, 210

Is Benjamin Moore Head Over Heels AF-250 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 25° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

AF-250 Head Over Heels HSL code: 25, 48%, 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.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish

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 Head Over Heels

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Pink shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Head Over Heels:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

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 Head Over Heels with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 205, such as Benjamin Moore Blue Lace and Nimbus Gray.

LRV of Head Over Heels

Head Over Heels has an LRV of 73.32% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy 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 73.32%, 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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HEX#EFDED2Copy color code
RGB Decimal239, 222, 210Copy color code
RGB Percent93.73%, 87.06%, 82.35%Copy color code
HSVHue: 25° Saturation: 12.13% Value: 93.73%Copy color code
HSLhsl(25, 48, 88)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.11 Yellow: 12.13 Key: 6.27Copy color code
YIQY: 225.715 I: 13.986 Q: -0.138Copy color code
XYZX: 73.349 Y: 75.248 Z: 71.616Copy color code
CIE LabL:89.509 a:3.843 b:7.98Copy color code
CIE LuvL:89.509 u:10.737 v:11.2Copy color code
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Hunter Lab86.745, -0.871, 11.773Copy color code
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