Little Greene Portland Stone 77
| Official page: | Portland Stone 77 |
| Code: | 77 |
| Name: | Portland Stone |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England, Stone |
What color is Little Greene Portland Stone?
Welcome to a world of timeless elegance with Little Greene 77, also known as Portland Stone. This sophisticated hue seamlessly blends warmth and sophistication, creating a serene atmosphere in any space. Perfect for both traditional and modern interiors, Portland Stone adds a touch of luxury to living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms. Transform your home into a sanctuary of style with this versatile and chic color, perfect for creating a harmonious and inviting ambiance. Let Little Greene 77 Portland Stone elevate your decor with its understated beauty and tranquil charm.
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What are Little Greene Portland Stone undertones?
The undertone of Portland Stone 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#C9C5A8
RGB code:
201, 197, 168
Is Little Greene Portland Stone 77 cool or warm?
With a hue of 53° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
77 Portland Stone HSL code: 53, 23%, 72%
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 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 Portland Stone
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Portland Stone:
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
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Portland Stone
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 Portland Stone with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 233, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Pale Lupin.
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Portland Stone
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #c9c5a8 | |
| RGB Decimal | 201, 197, 168 | |
| RGB Percent | 78.82%, 77.25%, 65.88% | |
| HSV | Hue: 53° Saturation: 16.42% Value: 78.82% | |
| HSL | hsl(53, 23, 72) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 1.99 Yellow: 16.42 Key: 21.18 | |
| YIQ | Y: 194.89 I: 11.703 Q: -8.179 | |
| XYZ | X: 51.12 Y: 55.178 Z: 44.993 | |
| CIE Lab | L:79.144 a:-3.482 b:15.074 | |
| CIE Luv | L:79.144 u:3.977 v:22.142 | |
| Decimal | 13223336 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.282, -7.15, 16.085 |
Color equivalents
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V386
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Tikkurila

322
Book Room Green
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H450
Repose
Tikkurila

32
Cooking Apple Green
Farrow and Ball

270
Green Stone
Little Greene

V446
Fen
Tikkurila

X385
Monsoon
Tikkurila

70YY 57/098
Mossy Stone
Dulux

10GY 58/105
English Mist 4
Dulux
7038
Dusk Green
Jotun

90YY 67/117
Celtic Forest 4
Dulux
150
Slaked Lime Deep
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7386
Pistachio
Jotun

8087
Spring Air
Jotun
8478
Pale Green
Jotun

78
Tracery II
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75
Ball Green
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