Behr Gray Heather (PPU16-15) Paint Color

What color is Gray Heather (PPU16-15)?

Gray Heather (PPU16-15) color belongs to the Gray color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Gray Heather (PPU16-15) is #868790, and the RGB color code is RGB(134, 135, 144).

In the RGB color model, Gray Heather (PPU16-15) has a red value of 134, a green value of 135, and a blue value of 144. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 6.9% cyan, 6.3% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 43.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 234° (degrees), 4.3 % saturation, and 54.5 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Gray Heather (PPU16-15) has a hue of 234° (degrees), 6.9 % saturation and 56.5 % brightness/value.

Gray Heather (PPU16-15) is cool or warm?

The color Gray Heather (PPU16-15) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Gray Heather (PPU16-15)?

Gray Heather (PPU16-15) has an LRV of nearly 24. By LRV value, it is a medium 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 24 puts Behr Gray Heather (PPU16-15) 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.