Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid 183
| Official page: | Bone China Blue - Mid 183 |
| Code: | 183 |
| Name: | Bone China Blue - Mid |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colour Scales |
What color is Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid?
Introducing Little Greene's 183 Bone China Blue - Mid, a timeless shade that effortlessly combines sophistication with tranquility. This serene hue lends a touch of understated elegance to any space, whether used as a focal point or as an accent color. Pair Bone China Blue - Mid with crisp whites for a classic look, or with warm neutrals like cream and taupe for a cozy ambiance. Its versatility allows it to complement a wide range of colors, from soft pastels to bold jewel tones. Add depth and dimension to your interior with this beautiful shade from Little Greene’s color palette.
Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid reviews
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What are Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid undertones?
The undertone of Bone China Blue - Mid 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D0D4D0
RGB code:
208, 212, 208
Is Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid 183 cool or warm?
With a hue of 120° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
183 Bone China Blue - Mid HSL code: 120, 4%, 82%
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 Bone China Blue - Mid
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:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Bone China Blue - Mid:
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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Bone China Blue - Mid
LRV of Bone China Blue - Mid
Bone China Blue - Mid has an LRV of 69% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
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 69%, 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 | #d0d4d0 | |
| RGB Decimal | 208, 212, 208 | |
| RGB Percent | 81.57%, 83.14%, 81.57% | |
| HSV | Hue: 120° Saturation: 1.89% Value: 83.14% | |
| HSL | hsl(120, 4, 82) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.89 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.89 Key: 16.86 | |
| YIQ | Y: 210.348 I: -1.098 Q: -2.091 | |
| XYZ | X: 60.938 Y: 65.051 Z: 69.003 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.51 a:-2.09 b:1.502 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.51 u:-2.034 v:2.635 | |
| Decimal | 13685968 | |
| Hunter Lab | 80.654, -6.279, 5.733 |
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