What is the HEX code for Little Greene Basalt?

The hexadecimal color code for Little Greene Basalt undertone is #0c1b24 .

What is the RGB code of Little Greene Basalt?

RGB code is 12, 27, 36 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Little Greene Basalt 221

Q: Is Little Greene Basalt 221 cool or warm?

Little Greene 221 Basalt is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Little Greene Basalt undertones?

Blue is Little Greene Basalt undertone color.

Official page:	Basalt 221
Code:	221
Name:	Basalt
Brand:	Little Greene
Collections:	Colours of England, Grey

What color is Little Greene Basalt?

Introducing Little Greene's rich and sophisticated 221 Basalt paint color. This deep and moody hue, with its undertones of gray and black, adds a touch of elegance to any space. Basalt pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like Soft Stone (143) and cool blues such as Juniper Ash (115). For a modern contrast, consider combining Basalt with the soft pink tones of Carmine (189) or the earthy greens of Serpentine (295). Elevate your interior design with the timeless appeal of Basalt from Little Greene.

Basalt for bedroom

We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Little Greene 221 on kitchen cabinets

Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.

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Basalt for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Little Greene Basalt reviews

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What are Little Greene Basalt undertones?

The undertone of Basalt can be accurately described as a Blue hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#0C1B24

RGB code:

12, 27, 36

Is Little Greene Basalt 221 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 202° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

221 Basalt HSL code: 202, 50%, 9%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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.

How light temperature affects Basalt

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlight	Visible temp.	Hue	Duration
North	Cool	Bluish	All day
East	Warm	Yellow	Before noon
West	Warm	Orange‑red	After noon
South	Warm	Orange‑yellow	All day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Basalt:

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Basalt with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 22, such as Little Greene Perennial Grey and Dash of Soot.

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LRV of Basalt

Basalt has an LRV of 4.75% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 4.75%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#0c1b24
RGB Decimal	12, 27, 36
RGB Percent	4.71%, 10.59%, 14.12%
HSV	Hue: 202° Saturation: 66.67% Value: 14.12%
HSL	hsl(202, 50, 9)
CMYK	Cyan: 66.67 Magenta: 25.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 85.88
YIQ	Y: 23.541 I: -11.831 Q: -0.372
XYZ	X: 0.862 Y: 0.989 Z: 1.814
CIE Lab	L:8.902 a:-3.073 b:-8.147
CIE Luv	L:8.902 u:-4.027 v:-5.466
Decimal	793380
Hunter Lab	9.947, -1.94, -3.851