Jotun Coral Reef Blue 6385
| Code: | 6385 |
| Name: | Coral Reef Blue |
| Brand: | Jotun |
What color is Jotun Coral Reef Blue?
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What are Jotun Coral Reef Blue undertones?
The undertones of Coral Reef Blue can be accurately described as a Green and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#8C9E9C
RGB code:
140, 158, 156
Is Jotun Coral Reef Blue 6385 cool or warm?
With a hue of 173° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
6385 Coral Reef Blue HSL code: 173, 8%, 58%
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 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.
- Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.
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 Coral Reef Blue
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Jotun Coral Reef Blue:
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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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 Coral Reef Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 353, such as Jotun Deep Forest and Pashmina.
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LRV of Coral Reef Blue
Coral Reef Blue has an LRV of 31.75% and refers to Medium 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 31.75%, 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 | #8c9e9c | |
| RGB Decimal | 140, 158, 156 | |
| RGB Percent | 54.90%, 61.96%, 61.18% | |
| HSV | Hue: 173° Saturation: 11.39% Value: 61.96% | |
| HSL | hsl(173, 8, 58) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 11.39 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.27 Key: 38.04 | |
| YIQ | Y: 152.39 I: -10.084 Q: -4.43 | |
| XYZ | X: 29.041 Y: 32.429 Z: 36.173 | |
| CIE Lab | L:63.696 a:-6.751 b:-1.111 | |
| CIE Luv | L:63.696 u:-9.67 v:-0.502 | |
| Decimal | 9215644 | |
| Hunter Lab | 56.946, -8.627, 2.201 |
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Coral Reef Blue
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90BG 35/068
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30BG 37/110
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82
Dix Blue
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90GG 40/115
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