Little Greene China Clay Mid 176
| Official page: | China Clay Mid 176 |
| Code: | 176 |
| Name: | China Clay Mid |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colour Scales |
What color is Little Greene China Clay Mid?
Elevate your space with a touch of sophistication using Little Greene 176 China Clay Mid. This elegant hue exudes warmth and tranquility, creating a serene atmosphere in any room. Pair this timeless color with 009 Velvet Hill for a harmonious and sophisticated look, or contrast it with 258 Welcome Deep for a striking modern aesthetic. Whether you're redesigning a living room, bedroom, or office, Little Greene 176 China Clay Mid adds a subtle yet impactful charm to your decor. Explore the endless possibilities of this versatile color and transform your space into a haven of style and serenity.
China Clay Mid for living room
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Little Greene 176 for bathroom
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Little Greene China Clay Mid reviews
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What are Little Greene China Clay Mid undertones?
The undertone of China Clay Mid can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#ECD9CB
RGB code:
236, 217, 203
Is Little Greene China Clay Mid 176 cool or warm?
With a hue of 25° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
176 China Clay Mid HSL code: 25, 46%, 86%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 China Clay Mid
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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene China Clay Mid:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
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China Clay Mid
Darker shades
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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 China Clay Mid with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 205, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Bone China Blue.
LRV of China Clay Mid
China Clay Mid has an LRV of 72.25% and refers to Off‑White colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 72.25%, 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 | #ecd9cb | |
| RGB Decimal | 236, 217, 203 | |
| RGB Percent | 92.55%, 85.10%, 79.61% | |
| HSV | Hue: 25° Saturation: 13.98% Value: 92.55% | |
| HSL | hsl(25, 46, 86) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.05 Yellow: 13.98 Key: 7.45 | |
| YIQ | Y: 221.085 I: 15.821 Q: -0.338 | |
| XYZ | X: 70.183 Y: 71.772 Z: 66.64 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.859 a:4.26 b:9.26 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.859 u:12.132 v:12.932 | |
| Decimal | 15522251 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.718, -0.382, 12.665 |
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