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Behr Complex Gray (N140-5) Paint Color


Color Name: Complex Gray (N140-5)
Hex Color Code: #847975
RGB Color Code: RGB(132, 121, 117)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 8.3%, 11.4%, 48.2%
Color Family (Hue): Neutral





About Complex Gray (N140-5) color - its meaning and example


What color is Complex Gray (N140-5)?

Complex Gray (N140-5) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Complex Gray (N140-5) is #847975, and the RGB color code is RGB(132, 121, 117).

In the RGB color model, Complex Gray (N140-5) has a red value of 132, a green value of 121, and a blue value of 117. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 8.3% magenta, 11.4% yellow, and 48.2% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 16° (degrees), 6.0 % saturation, and 48.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Complex Gray (N140-5) has a hue of 16° (degrees), 11.4 % saturation and 51.8 % brightness/value.


Complex Gray (N140-5) is cool or warm?

The color Complex Gray (N140-5) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Complex Gray (N140-5)?

Complex Gray (N140-5) has an LRV of nearly 20. 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.



Dark Color

Complex Gray (N140-5)

Light Color


Compare LRV 20 of Complex Gray (N140-5) with dark and light Color




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 20 puts Behr Complex Gray (N140-5) 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.




Color Codes - Color Space Conversions


Complex Gray (N140-5) (Paint - Behr) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(132, 121, 117)
Red
132 (51.8%)
Green
121 (47.5%)
Blue
117 (45.9%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
8.33%
Yellow
11.36%
Key
48.24%

HSL

HSL(16deg, 6.0 %, 48.8 %)

Hue
16°
Saturation
6.02 %.
Lightness
48.82 %.

RYB

RYB(82, 102, 100)
Red
82 (32.3%)
Yellow
102 (40.0%)
Blue
100 (39.4%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
16°
Saturation
11.36 %.
Brightness / Value
51.76 %.

HWB

H: 16°

W: 45.88 %

B: 48.24 %

XYZ

X : 19.56

Y : 19.86

Z : 19.63

YXY

Y1 : 19.86

X : 0.33

Y2 : 0.34

CMY

C : 48.24%

M : 52.55%

Y : 54.12%


LRV

~ 19.9 %

Munsell Color System

7.5YR 5.0/0.9

CIE-Lab

L : 51.68

A : 3.48

B : 3.71

CIE-Lch

L : 51.68

C : 5.08

H : 46.83

CIE-Luv

L : 51.68

U : 6.75

V : 4.44

Hunter-Lab

L : 44.57

A : 0.36

B : 5.08






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Complex Gray (N140-5) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the colors similar to Complex Gray (N140-5) (Paint - Behr). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.



#8B8680
Gray (Crayola)
ΔE - 5.71 (94.3% similar)
#7F7F7F
Gray (Grey)
ΔE - 5.79 (94.2% similar)
#808080
Neon Gray
ΔE - 5.90 (94.1% similar)
#8B8589
Taupe Gray
ΔE - 6.30 (93.7% similar)





Similar colors from Pantone, RAL, and other color matching system


Pantone TCX


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Pantone TCX




Pantone PMS


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Pantone PMS


#7E7B79
PANTONE 10394 C
ΔE - 3.96 (96.0% similar)
#847D80
PANTONE 10383 C
ΔE - 4.22 (95.8% similar)
#8C8279
PANTONE Warm Gray 8 C
ΔE - 4.39 (95.6% similar)
#8B8075
PANTONE 8003 C
ΔE - 4.56 (95.4% similar)


RAL Classic


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to RAL Classic


#817B73
RAL 7048 - Pearl Mouse Gray
ΔE - 4.04 (96.0% similar)
#878581
RAL 9007 - Gray Aluminium
ΔE - 6.14 (93.9% similar)
#7A7B7A
RAL 7037 - Dusty Gray
ΔE - 6.23 (93.8% similar)
#858583
RAL 9022 - Pearl Light Gray
ΔE - 6.78 (93.2% similar)


RAL Design


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to RAL Design




British Standard 4800


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to British Standard 4800


#7C7E81
BS 00-A-07 - Grey
ΔE - 7.08 (92.9% similar)
#908473
BS 06-A-07 - Grey
ΔE - 7.61 (92.4% similar)
#89888C
BS 22-B-23 - Purple
ΔE - 7.76 (92.2% similar)
#8A8A89
BS 10-A-05 - Grey
ΔE - 7.85 (92.1% similar)





Paint similar to Complex Gray (N140-5) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Complex Gray (N140-5) (Paint - Behr). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.


Sherwin Williams


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Sherwin Williams


#847B77
Mink (SW 6004)
ΔE - 1.17 (98.8% similar)
#8B7D7B
Renwick Heather (SW 2818)
ΔE - 2.72 (97.3% similar)
#837D7F
Sensuous Gray (SW 7081)
ΔE - 3.92 (96.1% similar)
#8B7C7E
Enigma (SW 6018)
ΔE - 4.38 (95.6% similar)


Dunn-Edwards


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Dunn-Edwards


#837871
Palomino Pony (DET 621)
ΔE - 1.76 (98.2% similar)
#8E8583
Fallen Rock (DE 6389)
ΔE - 4.59 (95.4% similar)
#837E74
Metal Fringe (DET 626)
ΔE - 5.53 (94.5% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Benjamin Moore


#827D7B
Granite (AF-660)
ΔE - 3.12 (96.9% similar)
#86807E
Stone (2112-40)
ΔE - 3.37 (96.6% similar)
#848181
Wool Peacoat (CSP-25)
ΔE - 4.82 (95.2% similar)
#8C847A
Taos Taupe (2111-40)
ΔE - 5.59 (94.4% similar)





PPG Paints


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to PPG Paints


#807B76
Cool Charcoal (PPG1007-6)
ΔE - 3.38 (96.6% similar)
#8D847F
Elephant Gray (PPG1005-5)
ΔE - 4.18 (95.8% similar)
#7E7A74
On The Edge (PPG0998-6)
ΔE - 4.27 (95.7% similar)
#8B8283
Pewter Mug (PPG1004-5)
ΔE - 4.37 (95.6% similar)


Behr


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Behr


#857F7A
Suede Gray (PPU18-17)
ΔE - 3.39 (96.6% similar)
#807C77
Greyhound (PPU24-21)
ΔE - 3.97 (96.0% similar)
#887E82
Classy Plum (N570-4)
ΔE - 4.79 (95.2% similar)
#928987
Polished Stone (PPU17-16)
ΔE - 5.97 (94.0% similar)


Valspar


Complex Gray (N140-5) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Complex Gray (N140-5) to Valspar


#887E80
Urban Lift (T582)
ΔE - 3.84 (96.2% similar)
#87817B
Dorian Gray (T511)
ΔE - 4.10 (95.9% similar)
#7F7A7D
Night on the Moors (8004-1E)
ΔE - 4.37 (95.6% similar)
#777575
Nature Walk (8006-12E)
ΔE - 5.11 (94.9% similar)








Color Combinations


View more Behr Complex Gray (N140-5) - #847975 color palettes and coordinating colors



Monochromatic Color Palette

Monochromatic colors belong to the same hue angle but different tints and shades. Monochromatic color palette can be generated by keeping the exact hue of the base color and then changing the saturation and lightness.

Analogous Color Palette

Analogous colors are a group of colors adjacent to each other on a color wheel. Group of these adjacent colors forms Analogous color scheme Palette. Analogous Palette can be generated by increasing or decreasing the hue value by 30 points.

Triadic Color Palette

The triadic color palette has three colors separated by 120° in the RGB color wheel

Tetradic Color Palette

The tetradic colour scheme composed of two sets of complementary colors in a rectangular shape on the color wheel.







Example Color Images and Mockup


Behr Complex Gray (N140-5) - #847975 Color Images and Patterns


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