Behr Bay Scallop (M240-1) Paint Color

What color is Bay Scallop (M240-1)?

Bay Scallop (M240-1) color belongs to the Orange color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Bay Scallop (M240-1) is #FBE6CD, and the RGB color code is RGB(251, 230, 205).

In the RGB color model, Bay Scallop (M240-1) has a red value of 251, a green value of 230, and a blue value of 205. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 8.4% magenta, 18.3% yellow, and 1.6% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 32.6° (degrees), 85.2 % saturation, and 89.4 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Bay Scallop (M240-1) has a hue of 32.6° (degrees), 18.3 % saturation and 98.4 % brightness/value.

Bay Scallop (M240-1) is cool or warm?

The color Bay Scallop (M240-1) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Bay Scallop (M240-1)?

Bay Scallop (M240-1) has an LRV of nearly 82. By LRV value, it is a whitish color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.

LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 82 puts Behr Bay Scallop (M240-1) paint color in the lighter category.

• Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
• Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.