What is the HEX code for Tikkurila K494?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila K494 undertone is #BBC5B7 .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila K494?

RGB code is 187, 197, 183 . 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.

Tikkurila K494

Q: Is Tikkurila K494 cool or warm?

Tikkurila K494 is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila K494 undertones?

Green is Tikkurila K494 undertone color.

Code:	K494
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Brand:	Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila K494?

The Tikkurila K494 paint color encapsulates a sense of sophistication and warmth, exuding a timeless elegance that effortlessly enhances any space. This rich hue strikes the perfect balance between depth and vibrancy, making it a versatile choice for various design styles. Pair K494 with complementary tones such as soft greiges, muted blues, and earthy greens to create a harmonious color palette that evokes a sense of tranquility and refinement. Whether used as an accent or as a main color, K494 adds a touch of understated luxury to interiors, elevating the overall aesthetic with its timeless appeal.

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What are Tikkurila K494 undertones?

The undertone of K494 can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#BBC5B7

RGB code:

187, 197, 183

Is Tikkurila K494 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 103° thisGreenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

K494 HSL code: 103, 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.

Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
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 K494

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 Green shade looks under different lighting:

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LRV of K494

K494 has an LRV of 52.94% 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 52.94%, 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	#BBC5B7
RGB Decimal	187, 197, 183
RGB Percent	73.33%, 77.25%, 71.76%
HSV	Hue: 103° Saturation: 7.11% Value: 77.25%
HSL	hsl(103, 11, 75)
CMYK	Cyan: 5.08 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 7.11 Key: 22.75
YIQ	Y: 192.414 I: -1.46 Q: -6.472
XYZ	X: 49.005 Y: 53.916 Z: 52.612
CIE Lab	L:78.413 a:-6.02 b:5.839
CIE Luv	L:78.413 u:-4.921 v:9.646
Decimal	12305847
Hunter Lab	73.428, -9.369, 8.917