Little Greene China Clay - Deep 177
| Official page: | China Clay - Deep 177 |
| Code: | 177 |
| Name: | China Clay - Deep |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colour Scales |
What color is Little Greene China Clay - Deep?
Elevate your space with the striking elegance of LittleGreene 177 China Clay - Deep. This luxurious hue exudes sophistication and warmth, making it an ideal choice for creating a cozy atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and home offices. The rich tones of China Clay - Deep add depth and character to any interior, enhancing both modern and traditional decor styles. Bring a touch of refinement to your walls with this timeless and versatile shade, perfect for those seeking a classic and inviting ambiance in their home. Let the beauty of LittleGreene 177 elevate your living space to new heights of style and comfort.
China Clay - Deep for bedroom
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China Clay - Deep for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Pink shade can create a unique space
Little Greene 177 for bathroom
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Little Greene China Clay - Deep reviews
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What are Little Greene China Clay - Deep undertones?
The undertone of China Clay - Deep can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DAC2B4
RGB code:
218, 194, 180
Is Little Greene China Clay - Deep 177 cool or warm?
With a hue of 22° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
177 China Clay - Deep HSL code: 22, 34%, 78%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 China Clay - Deep
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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene China Clay - Deep:
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
177
China Clay - Deep
Darker shades
177
China Clay - Deep
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 China Clay - Deep with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 202, such as Little Greene Bone China Blue and James.
LRV of China Clay - Deep
China Clay - Deep has an LRV of 57.42% 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 57.42%, 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 | #dac2b4 | |
| RGB Decimal | 218, 194, 180 | |
| RGB Percent | 85.49%, 76.08%, 70.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 22° Saturation: 17.43% Value: 85.49% | |
| HSL | hsl(22, 34, 78) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.01 Yellow: 17.43 Key: 14.51 | |
| YIQ | Y: 199.58 I: 18.8 Q: 0.72 | |
| XYZ | X: 56.443 Y: 56.786 Z: 51.155 | |
| CIE Lab | L:80.059 a:6.221 b:10.139 | |
| CIE Luv | L:80.059 u:15.415 v:13.569 | |
| Decimal | 14336692 | |
| Hunter Lab | 75.356, 1.825, 12.501 |
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