Tikkurila Straw H456
| Code: | H456 |
| Name: | Straw |
| Brand: | Tikkurila |
What color is Tikkurila Straw?
The color Tikkurila H456, also known as Straw, brings a warm and inviting vibe to any space. This subtle hue pairs beautifully with earthy tones like olive green and terracotta, creating a cozy and harmonious atmosphere. For a more modern look, combining Straw with icy blue or slate gray can provide a refreshing contrast. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, Tikkurila H456 adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to a room.
Tikkurila Straw reviews
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What are Tikkurila Straw undertones?
The undertone of Straw 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#E4D2A7
RGB code:
228, 210, 167
Is Tikkurila Straw H456 cool or warm?
With a hue of 42° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
H456 Straw HSL code: 42, 53%, 77%
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 yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- 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 Straw
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
LRV of Straw
Straw has an LRV of 64.66% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 64.66%, 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 | #e4d2a7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 228, 210, 167 | |
| RGB Percent | 89.41%, 82.35%, 65.49% | |
| HSV | Hue: 42° Saturation: 26.75% Value: 89.41% | |
| HSL | hsl(42, 53, 77) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.89 Yellow: 26.75 Key: 10.59 | |
| YIQ | Y: 210.48 I: 24.544 Q: -9.574 | |
| XYZ | X: 62.016 Y: 65.379 Z: 45.901 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.679 a:-0.29 b:23.621 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.679 u:13.555 v:33.185 | |
| Decimal | 14996135 | |
| Hunter Lab | 80.857, -4.593, 22.942 |
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