Behr Cranapple Cream (S140-2) Paint Color

What color is Cranapple Cream (S140-2)?

Cranapple Cream (S140-2) color belongs to the Red color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Cranapple Cream (S140-2) is #E6C4C5, and the RGB color code is RGB(230, 196, 197).

In the RGB color model, Cranapple Cream (S140-2) has a red value of 230, a green value of 196, and a blue value of 197. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 14.8% magenta, 14.3% yellow, and 9.8% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 358.2° (degrees), 40.5 % saturation, and 83.5 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Cranapple Cream (S140-2) has a hue of 358.2° (degrees), 14.8 % saturation and 90.2 % brightness/value.

Cranapple Cream (S140-2) is cool or warm?

The color Cranapple Cream (S140-2) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Cranapple Cream (S140-2)?

Cranapple Cream (S140-2) has an LRV of nearly 60. By LRV value, it is a light 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 60 puts Behr Cranapple Cream (S140-2) 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.