What is the HEX code for Tikkurila K500?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila K500 undertone is #B3BBC1 .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila K500?

RGB code is 179, 187, 193 . 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 K500 cool or warm?

Tikkurila K500 is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila K500 undertones?

Blue is Tikkurila K500 undertone color.

Code:	K500
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Brand:	Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila K500?

The Tikkurila color code K500 None is a versatile hue that can easily complement a range of color schemes in interior design. Its neutral and subtle tones make it a great base color that pairs well with warm tones like K443 Sandstone and cool tones like code A130 Blueberry. For a harmonious look, consider combining K500 None with darker shades such as K307 Slate and lighter shades like color H526 Whisper. This color serves as an excellent backdrop for creating a balanced and cohesive living space that exudes a sense of sophistication and modernity.

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What are Tikkurila K500 undertones?

The undertone of K500 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#B3BBC1

RGB code:

179, 187, 193

Is Tikkurila K500 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 206° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

K500 HSL code: 206, 10%, 73%

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.
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 K500

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 K500:

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

K500

Darker shades

K500

N500
Agate

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 K500 with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 26, such as Tikkurila Mole and Deco Grey 1927.

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LRV of K500

K500 has an LRV of 48.7% 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 48.7%, 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	#B3BBC1
RGB Decimal	179, 187, 193
RGB Percent	70.20%, 73.33%, 75.69%
HSV	Hue: 206° Saturation: 7.25% Value: 75.69%
HSL	hsl(206, 10, 73)
CMYK	Cyan: 7.25 Magenta: 3.11 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 24.31
YIQ	Y: 185.292 I: -6.695 Q: 0.175
XYZ	X: 45.984 Y: 48.974 Z: 57.468
CIE Lab	L:75.435 a:-1.601 b:-3.982
CIE Luv	L:75.435 u:-4.74 v:-5.718
Decimal	11779009
Hunter Lab	69.982, -5.178, 0.299