Tikkurila Calcite K487
Let’s dive into a full Calcite paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful K487. Find out if this gorgeous warm grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
| Color code: | K487 |
| Color name: | Calcite |
| Brand: | Tikkurila |
What are Tikkurila Calcite undertones?
Red is Tikkurila Calcite undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate
HEX value
HEX value:
#A4A097
RGB code:
164, 160, 151
Is Tikkurila Calcite K487 cool or warm?
With a hue of 42° this Grey refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
K487 Calcite HSL code: 42, 7%, 62%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm Grey will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
- Warm Beige undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
- Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Tikkurila Calcite:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.
Lighter shades
Tikkurila K487 Calcite
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two colors that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect.
Tikkurila K487 Calcite
Color comparison
Calcite K487 vs K488
We'll help you determine which of these shades will work best in your space.
Calcite K487 vs Ash M497
Are you struggling to choose between these two hues for your next project? Our comparison will help you choose the ideal color for your space.
