Little Greene Royal Navy 257
| Official page: | Royal Navy 257 |
| Code: | 257 |
| Name: | Royal Navy |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Royal Navy?
Step into a room painted with Little Greene's 257 Royal Navy, a rich and sophisticated blue hue that brings a sense of depth and luxury to any space. This timeless color pairs beautifully with crisp white accents, creating a striking and classic look. For a more dramatic feel, complement Royal Navy with shades of grey such as Little Greene's 45 French Grey. To add warmth and balance, incorporate touches of natural wood or brass fixtures alongside this elegant navy color (Royal Navy). Whether used as a statement wall or throughout the room, Little Greene 257 Royal Navy exudes a sense of refinement and style that is sure to impress.
Little Greene 257 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Little Greene Royal Navy 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 Royal Navy undertones?
The undertone of Royal Navy 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#294356
RGB code:
41, 67, 86
Is Little Greene Royal Navy 257 cool or warm?
With a hue of 205° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
257 Royal Navy HSL code: 205, 35%, 25%
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 Royal Navy
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 Royal Navy:
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
257
Royal Navy
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 Royal Navy with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 25, such as Little Greene Perennial Grey and Dash of Soot.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #294356 | |
| RGB Decimal | 41, 67, 86 | |
| RGB Percent | 16.08%, 26.27%, 33.73% | |
| HSV | Hue: 205° Saturation: 52.33% Value: 33.73% | |
| HSL | hsl(205, 35, 25) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 52.33 Magenta: 22.09 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 66.27 | |
| YIQ | Y: 61.392 I: -21.599 Q: 0.413 | |
| XYZ | X: 4.601 Y: 5.157 Z: 9.555 | |
| CIE Lab | L:27.178 a:-3.893 b:-14.43 | |
| CIE Luv | L:27.178 u:-11.125 v:-17.226 | |
| Decimal | 2704214 | |
| Hunter Lab | 22.71, -3.58, -9.048 |
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