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Behr Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) Paint Color


Color Name: Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55)
Hex Color Code: #B59A8D
RGB Color Code: RGB(181, 154, 141)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 14.9%, 22.1%, 29.0%
Color Family (Hue): Neutral





About Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) color - its meaning and example


What color is Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55)?

Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) is #B59A8D, and the RGB color code is RGB(181, 154, 141).

In the RGB color model, Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) has a red value of 181, a green value of 154, and a blue value of 141. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 14.9% magenta, 22.1% yellow, and 29.0% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 19.5° (degrees), 21.3 % saturation, and 63.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) has a hue of 19.5° (degrees), 22.1 % saturation and 71.0 % brightness/value.


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) is cool or warm?

The color Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55)?

Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) has an LRV of nearly 35. 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.



Dark Color

Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55)

Light Color


Compare LRV 35 of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) 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 35 puts Behr Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) 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


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) (Paint - Behr) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(181, 154, 141)
Red
181 (71.0%)
Green
154 (60.4%)
Blue
141 (55.3%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
14.92%
Yellow
22.10%
Key
29.02%

HSL

HSL(19.5deg, 21.3 %, 63.1 %)

Hue
19.5°
Saturation
21.28 %.
Lightness
63.14 %.

RYB

RYB(57, 83, 63)
Red
57 (22.5%)
Yellow
83 (32.7%)
Blue
63 (24.6%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
19.5°
Saturation
22.10 %.
Brightness / Value
70.98 %.

HWB

H: 19.5°

W: 55.29 %

B: 29.02 %

XYZ

X : 35.42

Y : 34.86

Z : 30.06

YXY

Y1 : 34.86

X : 0.35

Y2 : 0.35

CMY

C : 29.02%

M : 39.61%

Y : 44.71%


LRV

~ 34.9 %

Munsell Color System

9YR 6.4/2.3

CIE-Lab

L : 65.64

A : 7.92

B : 10.53

CIE-Lch

L : 65.64

C : 13.17

H : 53.04

CIE-Luv

L : 65.64

U : 17.61

V : 13.18

Hunter-Lab

L : 59.04

A : 3.76

B : 11.14






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the colors similar to Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) (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.



#BC987E
Pale Taupe
ΔE - 5.14 (94.9% similar)
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Dark Nude
ΔE - 7.23 (92.8% similar)
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ΔE - 7.43 (92.6% similar)
#9A8678
Almond Frost
ΔE - 7.72 (92.3% similar)





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


Pantone TCX


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Pantone TCX




Pantone PMS


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Pantone PMS


#C0A392
PANTONE 4735 C
ΔE - 3.20 (96.8% similar)
#B99682
PANTONE 4045 C
ΔE - 3.39 (96.6% similar)
#B19780
PANTONE 4046 C
ΔE - 4.86 (95.1% similar)
#C09C83
PANTONE 7521 C
ΔE - 4.89 (95.1% similar)


RAL Design


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to RAL Design


#BDA89C
RAL 060 70 10 - Putty Grey
ΔE - 4.43 (95.6% similar)
#A48D83
RAL 050 60 10 - Ecru Ochre
ΔE - 4.67 (95.3% similar)
#C1ABA0
RAL 050 70 10 - Bamboo Beige
ΔE - 5.07 (94.9% similar)
#A18D80
RAL 060 60 10 - Oak Brown
ΔE - 5.45 (94.5% similar)


British Standard 4800


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to British Standard 4800


#C89C82
BS 04-B-17 - Tea Rose
ΔE - 6.24 (93.8% similar)


RAL Classic


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to RAL Classic


#A48F7A
RAL 1019 - Gray Beige
ΔE - 6.71 (93.3% similar)





Paint similar to Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) (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.


Behr


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Behr


#B79983
Stone Brown (250F-4)
ΔE - 3.70 (96.3% similar)
#B8947F
Caramel Cream (MQ1-59)
ΔE - 3.97 (96.0% similar)
#B7967F
Potter'S Clay (S220-4)
ΔE - 4.15 (95.8% similar)
#C19C86
Chestnut Bisque (S200-4)
ΔE - 4.21 (95.8% similar)


Valspar


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Valspar


#C2A798
Adirondack Path (2004-10A)
ΔE - 3.91 (96.1% similar)
#AE9986
Desert at Dusk (M105)
ΔE - 4.59 (95.4% similar)
#AF9A84
Smoky Topaz (V134-4)
ΔE - 5.75 (94.3% similar)
#C8A389
Emery Board (V084-3)
ΔE - 5.98 (94.0% similar)


PPG Paints


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to PPG Paints


#C3A79A
Taupe Tapestry (PPG1072-4)
ΔE - 3.91 (96.1% similar)
#A58F85
Tanglewood (PPG1073-5)
ΔE - 4.23 (95.8% similar)
#B09F8F
Cuppa Coffee (PPG1076-4)
ΔE - 5.15 (94.9% similar)
#AA8F7A
Cocoloco (PPG1079-5)
ΔE - 5.18 (94.8% similar)





Dunn-Edwards


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Dunn-Edwards


#BA947F
Caramelized (DET 687)
ΔE - 4.26 (95.7% similar)
#B69E87
Baked Potato (DEC 717)
ΔE - 5.25 (94.7% similar)
#B7A28E
Hickory (DEC 759)
ΔE - 5.26 (94.7% similar)
#BCAA9F
Crushed Stone (DE 6067)
ΔE - 5.43 (94.6% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Benjamin Moore


#C39D87
Nutmeg (1227)
ΔE - 4.47 (95.5% similar)
#B99B82
Dark Buff (CSP-320)
ΔE - 4.89 (95.1% similar)
#A99A8D
Creekbed (1006)
ΔE - 5.22 (94.8% similar)
#C4A289
Fox Hedge Tan (1167)
ΔE - 5.36 (94.6% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) to Sherwin Williams


#BFA38D
Sensational Sand (SW 6094)
ΔE - 4.67 (95.3% similar)
#A58C7B
Chocolate Powder (SW 9082)
ΔE - 5.26 (94.7% similar)
#C9AA98
Pinky Beige (SW 0079)
ΔE - 5.26 (94.7% similar)
#A18D7D
Dry Dock (SW 7502)
ΔE - 6.03 (94.0% similar)








Color Combinations


View more Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) - #B59A8D 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


Lite Cocoa (MQ1-55) - #B59A8D Color Images and Patterns


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