Little Greene Mazarine 256
| Official page: | Mazarine 256 |
| Code: | 256 |
| Name: | Mazarine |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Mazarine?
Elevate your space with a touch of sophistication using the timeless charm of Little Greene 256 Mazarine. This deep blue hue, reminiscent of the vast ocean, adds a sense of tranquility and depth to any room. Pair Mazarine with warm neutrals like Soft Moss 141 or indulge in a bold contrast by combining it with a soft blush tone like Pink Slip 197. For a modern twist, consider creating a striking color scheme with Mazarine alongside the crisp freshness of Shallows 223. Let Little Greene 256 Mazarine be the standout feature in your interior design, offering a rich and luxurious ambiance.
Little Greene Mazarine reviews
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What are Little Greene Mazarine undertones?
The undertone of Mazarine 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#235580
RGB code:
35, 85, 128
Is Little Greene Mazarine 256 cool or warm?
With a hue of 208° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
256 Mazarine HSL code: 208, 57%, 32%
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.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Mazarine
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Mazarine:
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 Mazarine with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 28, such as Little Greene Elysian Ground and Rolling Fog.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #235580 | |
| RGB Decimal | 35, 85, 128 | |
| RGB Percent | 13.73%, 33.33%, 50.20% | |
| HSV | Hue: 208° Saturation: 72.66% Value: 50.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(208, 57, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 72.66 Magenta: 33.59 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 49.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 74.952 I: -43.613 Q: 2.805 | |
| XYZ | X: 7.836 Y: 8.412 Z: 21.627 | |
| CIE Lab | L:34.826 a:-1.463 b:-29.06 | |
| CIE Luv | L:34.826 u:-18.221 v:-39.705 | |
| Decimal | 2315648 | |
| Hunter Lab | 29.003, -2.528, -23.908 |
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