Little Greene Serpentine 233
| Official page: | Serpentine 233 |
| Code: | 233 |
| Name: | Serpentine |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Serpentine?
Evoke a sense of tranquility and sophistication with __LittleGreene 233 Serpentine. This rich and elegant shade of green, reminiscent of lush forest landscapes, is perfect for creating a serene ambiance in your living room, bedroom, or home office. Whether you pair __Serpentine with warm wooden accents for a cozy feel or contrast it with crisp whites for a modern touch, this versatile hue adds depth and character to any space. Transform your interiors with __LittleGreene 233 Serpentine and immerse yourself in its timeless allure.
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What are Little Greene Serpentine undertones?
Serpentine has a clear red undertone based on its position in the color space. We identify undertones by isolating the pure hue (separating it from lightness and saturation), which avoids distortions caused by tints, tones, and shades.
This method is generally more reliable than judging undertones on a white background.
HEX value:
#989180
RGB code:
152, 145, 128
Is Little Greene Serpentine 233 cool or warm?
With a hue of 42°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.
233 Serpentine HSL code: 42, 10%, 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.
How light temperature affects Serpentine
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 Serpentine:
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
233
Serpentine
Darker shades
233
Serpentine
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 Serpentine with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 222, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and James.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #989180 | |
| RGB Decimal | 152, 145, 128 | |
| RGB Percent | 59.61%, 56.86%, 50.20% | |
| HSV | Hue: 42° Saturation: 15.79% Value: 59.61% | |
| HSL | hsl(42, 10, 55) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.61 Yellow: 15.79 Key: 40.39 | |
| YIQ | Y: 145.155 I: 9.634 Q: -3.81 | |
| XYZ | X: 26.97 Y: 28.485 Z: 24.494 | |
| CIE Lab | L:60.325 a:-0.423 b:9.958 | |
| CIE Luv | L:60.325 u:5.163 v:13.689 | |
| Decimal | 9998720 | |
| Hunter Lab | 53.371, -3.199, 10.15 |
Color equivalents
117
Lead Colour
Little Greene

11130
Shade
Jotun

60YY 33/130
Old Time Olive
Dulux
46YY 33/057
Grey Taupe
Dulux
50YY 33/065
Dusted Moss 1
Dulux

S486
Vulcanite
Tikkurila

50YY 27/105
Common Dormouse
Dulux
1352
Form
Jotun

RAL 7030
Stone grey
RAL Classic

1233
Mohair
Jotun

91YY 31/059
Flint Arrow
Dulux

10966
Almond Beige
Jotun

8252
Green Harmony
Jotun

RAL 7034
Yellow grey
RAL Classic

70YY 26/137
Gooseberry Fool 2
Dulux
8546
Local Green
Jotun

10YY 30/106
Brave Ground
Dulux

