Behr Modern History (MQ2-28) Paint Color

What color is Modern History (MQ2-28)?

Modern History (MQ2-28) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Modern History (MQ2-28) is #BEA27D, and the RGB color code is RGB(190, 162, 125).

In the RGB color model, Modern History (MQ2-28) has a red value of 190, a green value of 162, and a blue value of 125. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 14.7% magenta, 34.2% yellow, and 25.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 34.2° (degrees), 33.3 % saturation, and 61.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Modern History (MQ2-28) has a hue of 34.2° (degrees), 34.2 % saturation and 74.5 % brightness/value.

Modern History (MQ2-28) is cool or warm?

The color Modern History (MQ2-28) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Modern History (MQ2-28)?

Modern History (MQ2-28) has an LRV of nearly 38. By LRV value, it is a medium 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 38 puts Behr Modern History (MQ2-28) 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.