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BehrPPU12-02

Sequoia Lake

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Sequoia Lake remains a staple for Behr designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 5 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#506c6b

LRV

12.77

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Light Reflectance Value
12.77
Dark
TemperatureCool

Sequoia Lake in Real Rooms

Sequoia Lake has a low LRV of 12.77 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.

2 Bedroom Photos

There's a rhythmic quality to Sequoia Lake in a bedroom. It's a color that supports the circadian rhythm, mirroring the natural shadows of the evening and providing a neutral, non-stimulating canvas for the brain to decompress after a long day of digital exposure.

Behr PPU12-02 bedroom

Bedroom walls in Sequoia Lake wrap the space in a cool, serene blue-green.

@cavieandco

Behr Sequoia Lake bedroom color review

Bedroom walls painted in Sequoia Lake establish a sophisticated, spa-like calm.

@cavieandco

3 Misc Photos

More spaces painted in Sequoia Lake, shared by homeowners and designers across kitchens, hallways, dining rooms, and beyond. This collection shows how one color can take on a dozen different personalities depending on the room.

Behr Sequoia Lake painted furniture color

Painted furniture in Sequoia Lake brings depth and richness to a neutral room.

@backroad_rehab

Behr Sequoia Lake painted furniture

Storage cabinetry in Sequoia Lake transforms this space with a moody, refined touch.

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Behr Sequoia Lake painted storage

Painted built-ins in Sequoia Lake add architectural interest and peaceful color to the room.

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Color Codes

HEX#506c6b
RGB80, 108, 107
HSL178° 15% 37%
CMYK26 0 1 58
CIE LabL: 43.5 a: -10.4 b: -2.8
XYZX: 11.32 Y: 13.49 Z: 15.91