What is the HEX code for Tikkurila J491?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila J491 undertone is #B4C4C8 .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila J491?

RGB code is 180, 196, 200 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

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Q: Is Tikkurila J491 cool or warm?

Tikkurila J491 is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila J491 undertones?

Blue is Tikkurila J491 undertone color.

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What color is Tikkurila J491?

Step into a world of timeless elegance with Tikkurila Silver Sage. This exquisite shade, with the code J491, encapsulates a sense of sophistication and tranquility. Ideal for creating a serene atmosphere, Silver Sage is particularly well-suited for bedrooms, living rooms, and home offices. Its soft, muted tones bring a touch of understated luxury to any space, making it the perfect choice for those seeking a harmonious and refined interior aesthetic. Embrace the calming beauty of Tikkurila J491 and transform your home into a sanctuary of style and serenity.

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What are Tikkurila J491 undertones?

The undertone of J491 can be accurately described as a 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#B4C4C8

RGB code:

180, 196, 200

Is Tikkurila J491 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 192° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

J491 HSL code: 192, 15%, 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.

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.
Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.

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 J491

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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Tikkurila J491:

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

J491

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 J491 with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 12, such as Tikkurila and Empress.

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LRV of J491

J491 has an LRV of 52.49% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why 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 52.49%, 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	#B4C4C8
RGB Decimal	180, 196, 200
RGB Percent	70.59%, 76.86%, 78.43%
HSV	Hue: 192° Saturation: 10.0% Value: 78.43%
HSL	hsl(192, 15, 75)
CMYK	Cyan: 10.0 Magenta: 2.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 21.57
YIQ	Y: 191.672 I: -10.82 Q: -2.14
XYZ	X: 48.985 Y: 53.353 Z: 62.345
CIE Lab	L:78.083 a:-4.653 b:-3.866
CIE Luv	L:78.083 u:-8.899 v:-5.062
Decimal	11846856
Hunter Lab	73.043, -8.118, 0.523