Behr Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) Paint Color

What color is Dark Shadows (MQ5-02)?

Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) color belongs to the Gray color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) is #5B595D, and the RGB color code is RGB(91, 89, 93).

In the RGB color model, Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) has a red value of 91, a green value of 89, and a blue value of 93. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 2.2% cyan, 4.3% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 63.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 270° (degrees), 2.2 % saturation, and 35.7 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) has a hue of 270° (degrees), 4.3 % saturation and 36.5 % brightness/value.

Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) is cool or warm?

The color Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) is neither cool nor warm color. It is a neutral color

What is the LRV of Dark Shadows (MQ5-02)?

Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) has an LRV of nearly 10. By LRV value, it is a dark 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 10 puts Behr Dark Shadows (MQ5-02) paint color in the darker 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.