Little Greene Atomic Red 190

Official page:Atomic Red 190
Code:190
Name:Atomic Red
Brand:Little Greene
Collections:Colours of England

What color is Little Greene Atomic Red?

Little Greene 190 Atomic Red is a vibrant and bold hue that injects energy and warmth into any space. Pairing well with neutrals such as soft greys and crisp whites, Atomic Red can also be beautifully complemented by earthy tones like terracotta and olive green. This versatile color brings a modern touch to interiors when combined with metallic accents in copper or brass. Whether used as a statement wall or in small doses through accessories, Little Greene 190 enhances the visual interest of any room with its dynamic presence.

Atomic Red for exterior (2 photos)

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm red hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

Little Greene Atomic Red 190 exterior
@rolandwoodwardltd
Little Greene Atomic Red 190 exterior
@roccoflowers

Little Greene Atomic Red reviews (3 photos)

View the photos of real spaces painted with this red that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

Little Greene Atomic Red 190 door
@laurenwilliamsondesign
Little Greene Atomic Red 190 bathroom
@lenham
Little Greene Atomic Red 190 color block
@gardensandgranddesigns

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What are Little Greene Atomic Red undertones?

Atomic Red has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.

HEX value:

#BD2520

RGB code:

189, 37, 32

Is Little Greene Atomic Red 190 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

At 2° on the HSL hue wheel, this dark red sits firmly on the warm side.

190 Atomic Red HSL code: 2, 71%, 43%

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.

How light temperature affects Atomic Red

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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Atomic Red:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

190
Atomic Red

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 Atomic Red with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 182, such as Little Greene Blue Verditer and Delicate Blue.

Color codes

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HEX#bd2520Copy color code
RGB Decimal189, 37, 32Copy color code
RGB Percent74.12%, 14.51%, 12.55%Copy color code
HSVHue: 2° Saturation: 83.07% Value: 74.12%Copy color code
HSLhsl(2, 71, 43)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 80.42 Yellow: 83.07 Key: 25.88Copy color code
YIQY: 81.878 I: 92.184 Q: 30.598Copy color code
XYZX: 21.911 Y: 12.25 Z: 2.577Copy color code
CIE LabL:41.61 a:58.261 b:41.907Copy color code
CIE LuvL:41.61 u:115.159 v:26.137Copy color code
Decimal12395808Copy color code
Hunter Lab35.0, 50.498, 20.134Copy color code
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