Little Greene Silt 40

Official page:Silt 40
Code:40
Name:Silt
Brand:Little Greene
Collections:Colours of England, Colour Scales

What color is Little Greene Silt?

Introducing the sophisticated warmth of Little Greene 40 Silt, a versatile tone that effortlessly infuses any space with understated elegance. This inviting shade, perfect for creating a serene ambiance, pairs beautifully with tones such as 123 Clay, 87 Birch, and 255 Pewter to elevate your interior scheme. Whether used as a main color or as an accent, 40 Silt adds a touch of tranquility and refinement to any room. Embrace the timeless appeal of this hue and create a harmonious atmosphere that exudes style and sophistication. Experience the subtle richness of Little Greene 40 Silt and transform your living space into a haven of comfort and beauty.

Silt for living room (4 photos)

Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this grey shade can create a unique space

Little Greene Silt living room fireplace
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Little Greene Silt living room inspiration
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Little Greene Silt 40 living room
@sojojo.co
Little Greene Silt 40 living room
@sojojo.co

Little Greene Silt reviews (5 photos)

View the photos of real spaces painted with this grey that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

Little Greene Silt dining room color
@sojojo.co
Little Greene Silt hallway color
@_rosey_malone_bridges
Little Greene Silt 40 living workplace
@morethanjustbricks
Little Greene Silt 40 living painted storage
@dgclifton
Little Greene Silt 40 living painted storage
@dgclifton

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What are Little Greene Silt undertones?

Silt 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:

#857E6C

RGB code:

133, 126, 108

Is Little Greene Silt 40 cool or warm?

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Color wheel

With a hue of 43°, this Grey leans warm, but it's close to neutral and can read cooler in some light.

40 Silt HSL code: 43, 10%, 47%

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 Silt

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 Silt:

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

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 Silt with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 223, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Pale Lupin.

Color codes

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FormatCode
HEX#857e6cCopy color code
RGB Decimal133, 126, 108Copy color code
RGB Percent52.16%, 49.41%, 42.35%Copy color code
HSVHue: 43° Saturation: 18.8% Value: 52.16%Copy color code
HSLhsl(43, 10, 47)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 5.26 Yellow: 18.8 Key: 47.84Copy color code
YIQY: 126.041 I: 9.955 Q: -4.121Copy color code
XYZX: 19.84 Y: 20.991 Z: 17.19Copy color code
CIE LabL:52.94 a:-0.554 b:10.768Copy color code
CIE LuvL:52.94 u:5.237 v:14.277Copy color code
Decimal8748652Copy color code
Hunter Lab45.816, -2.881, 9.826Copy color code
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