Little Greene Delicate Blue 248
| Official page: | Delicate Blue 248 |
| Code: | 248 |
| Name: | Delicate Blue |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Delicate Blue?
The serene hue of Little Greene 248 Delicate Blue creates a calming atmosphere in any space. This gentle shade pairs well with warm neutrals like soft creams and sandy beiges, adding a touch of elegance to the room. By incorporating accents in shades like 127 Chimichurri Green or 192 Deep Space Blue, you can create a sophisticated color palette that is both timeless and stylish. Little Greene 248 Delicate Blue serves as a versatile backdrop, seamlessly blending with both traditional and contemporary decor styles.
Delicate Blue for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Light paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Little Greene 248 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Delicate Blue for exterior
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 cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Little Greene Delicate Blue reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are Little Greene Delicate Blue undertones?
The undertone of Delicate Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DCEDF1
RGB code:
220, 237, 241
Is Little Greene Delicate Blue 248 cool or warm?
With a hue of 191° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
248 Delicate Blue HSL code: 191, 43%, 90%
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 Delicate Blue
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 Delicate Blue:
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.
Darker shades
248
Delicate Blue
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 Delicate Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 11, such as Little Greene Perennial Grey and Dash of Soot.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #dcedf1 | |
| RGB Decimal | 220, 237, 241 | |
| RGB Percent | 86.27%, 92.94%, 94.51% | |
| HSV | Hue: 191° Saturation: 8.71% Value: 94.51% | |
| HSL | hsl(191, 43, 90) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 8.71 Magenta: 1.66 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 5.49 | |
| YIQ | Y: 232.373 I: -11.416 Q: -2.351 | |
| XYZ | X: 75.672 Y: 82.134 Z: 95.062 | |
| CIE Lab | L:92.634 a:-4.836 b:-3.852 | |
| CIE Luv | L:92.634 u:-9.408 v:-5.135 | |
| Decimal | 14478833 | |
| Hunter Lab | 90.628, -9.555, 1.248 |
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