Little Greene Kitchen Green 85

Official page:Kitchen Green 85
Code:85
Name:Kitchen Green
Brand:Little Greene
Collections:Colours of England

What color is Little Greene Kitchen Green?

Indulge in the serene beauty of Little Greene 85 Kitchen Green, a soft and inviting hue that brings a touch of nature indoors. This versatile color pairs seamlessly with warm neutrals like Pearl 62 or cool tones such as Gauze 106, creating a harmonious balance in any space. Elevate the earthy charm of Kitchen Green by accenting it with crisp whites like Slaked Lime 105 or rich tones like Obsidian Green 216. Whether used on walls, cabinets, or accents, the timeless appeal of Kitchen Green adds a refreshing element to any interior design scheme. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of Little Greene 85 and transform your space into a sanctuary of style and sophistication.

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What are Little Greene Kitchen Green undertones?

The undertone of Kitchen Green can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#C9CB9A

RGB code:

201, 203, 154

Is Little Greene Kitchen Green 85 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 62° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

85 Kitchen Green HSL code: 62, 32%, 70%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • 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 Kitchen Green

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 Green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Kitchen Green:

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

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Darker shades

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Color codes

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HEX#c9cb9aCopy color code
RGB Decimal201, 203, 154Copy color code
RGB Percent78.82%, 79.61%, 60.39%Copy color code
HSVHue: 62° Saturation: 24.14% Value: 79.61%Copy color code
HSLhsl(62, 32, 70)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.99 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 24.14 Key: 20.39Copy color code
YIQY: 196.816 I: 14.554 Q: -15.672Copy color code
XYZX: 51.275 Y: 57.463 Z: 38.953Copy color code
CIE LabL:80.439 a:-8.657 b:24.296Copy color code
CIE LuvL:80.439 u:1.33 v:35.27Copy color code
Decimal13224858Copy color code
Hunter Lab75.805, -11.917, 22.596Copy color code
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