Tikkurila H481

Code:H481
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Brand:Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila H481?

Tikkurila H481 is a muted pink color. This shade is good option for kids room. The warm gray undertones give this muted pink color a cozy, pensive vibe.

The nearest colors to H481 are Dulux Perfectly Taupe and Tikkurila Empress, which are also muted pink colors.

Tikkurila H481 reviews

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What are Tikkurila H481 undertones?

The undertone of H481 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#C6BCB8

RGB code:

198, 188, 184

Is Tikkurila H481 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 17° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

H481 HSL code: 17, 11%, 75%

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 H481

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll 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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Tikkurila H481:

Complementary color scheme

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 H481 with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 197, such as Tikkurila Bungalow and K492.

LRV of H481

H481 has an LRV of 51.8% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident lightWhy 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 51.8%, 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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HEX#C6BCB8Copy color code
RGB Decimal198, 188, 184Copy color code
RGB Percent77.65%, 73.73%, 72.16%Copy color code
HSVHue: 17° Saturation: 7.07% Value: 77.65%Copy color code
HSLhsl(17, 11, 75)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.05 Yellow: 7.07 Key: 22.35Copy color code
YIQY: 190.534 I: 7.244 Q: 0.871Copy color code
XYZX: 49.922 Y: 51.433 Z: 52.632Copy color code
CIE LabL:76.941 a:2.81 b:3.281Copy color code
CIE LuvL:76.941 u:6.066 v:4.341Copy color code
Decimal13024440Copy color code
Hunter Lab71.717, -1.252, 6.69Copy color code
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