Little Greene French Grey Pale 161
| Official page: | French Grey Pale 161 |
| Code: | 161 |
| Name: | French Grey Pale |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Grey |
What color is Little Greene French Grey Pale?
What color is Little Greene French Grey Pale?
Little Greene French Grey Pale is a soft and muted grey color. Depending on the lighting and surrounding colors, it can appear slightly cooler or warmer, but it is generally considered a warm color. It has a subtle hint of green, giving it a fresh and calming appearance. This color is versatile and can work well in both traditional and contemporary interiors, providing a sophisticated and elegant feel. Its pale shade makes it an excellent choice for creating a serene atmosphere in bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas.
What color goes well with French Grey Pale?
French Grey Pale is a versatile color that can create a relaxed and calming atmosphere in any space. It pairs well with other warm and neutral colors, such as off-whites ( Little Greene Loft White , Shirting or Flint ), and soft blues ( Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid ).
French Grey Pale 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 warm Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
French Grey Pale for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space
Little Greene 161 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating warm hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Little Greene French Grey Pale reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Little Greene French Grey Pale undertones?
The undertone of French Grey Pale can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E7E7DB
RGB code:
231, 231, 219
Is Little Greene French Grey Pale 161 cool or warm?
With a hue of 60° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
161 French Grey Pale HSL code: 60, 20%, 88%
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 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.
- 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 French Grey Pale
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene French Grey Pale:
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 French Grey Pale with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Mambo.
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LRV of French Grey Pale
French Grey Pale has an LRV of 73% 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 73%, 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 | #e7e7db | |
| RGB Decimal | 231, 231, 219 | |
| RGB Percent | 90.59%, 90.59%, 85.88% | |
| HSV | Hue: 60° Saturation: 5.19% Value: 90.59% | |
| HSL | hsl(60, 20, 88) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 5.19 Key: 9.41 | |
| YIQ | Y: 229.632 I: 3.856 Q: -3.734 | |
| XYZ | X: 74.314 Y: 79.256 Z: 78.382 | |
| CIE Lab | L:91.35 a:-2.089 b:5.84 | |
| CIE Luv | L:91.35 u:0.662 v:9.19 | |
| Decimal | 15198171 | |
| Hunter Lab | 89.026, -6.791, 10.117 |
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