Little Greene Lead Colour 117

Official page:Lead Colour 117
Code:117
Name:Lead Colour
Brand:Little Greene
Collections:Colours of England

What color is Little Greene Lead Colour?

**Little Greene 117 Lead Colour** is a sophisticated hue that exudes timeless elegance and modern charm. This deep, rich shade of gray with subtle undertones of blue creates a tranquil and serene ambiance in any space. Ideal for both traditional and contemporary interiors, *Lead Colour* adds depth and character to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pair it with crisp white trim and accents of gold or silver for a luxurious and refined look. Elevate your home with the understated beauty of *117* in a study or library for a cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Little Greene Lead Colour reviews

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Little Greene Lead Colour painted cabinets
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What are Little Greene Lead Colour undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#969183

RGB code:

150, 145, 131

Is Little Greene Lead Colour 117 cool or warm?

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With a hue of 44° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

117 Lead Colour HSL code: 44, 8%, 55%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
  • Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 Lead Colour

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Lead Colour:

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

Darker shades

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 Lead Colour with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 224, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Pale Lupin.

LRV of Lead Colour

Lead Colour has an LRV of 28.45% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 28.45%, 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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HEX#969183Copy color code
RGB Decimal150, 145, 131Copy color code
RGB Percent58.82%, 56.86%, 51.37%Copy color code
HSVHue: 44° Saturation: 12.67% Value: 58.82%Copy color code
HSLhsl(44, 8, 55)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.33 Yellow: 12.67 Key: 41.18Copy color code
YIQY: 144.899 I: 7.478 Q: -3.299Copy color code
XYZX: 26.799 Y: 28.374 Z: 25.532Copy color code
CIE LabL:60.225 a:-0.689 b:8.092Copy color code
CIE LuvL:60.225 u:3.758 v:11.269Copy color code
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Hunter Lab53.267, -3.413, 8.869Copy color code
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