Little Greene Trumpet 196
| Official page: | Trumpet 196 |
| Code: | 196 |
| Name: | Trumpet |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Trumpet?
Color Little Greene 196 Trumpet brings a vibrant and uplifting touch to any space. The warm tones of this hue create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Pairing it with neutral shades like soft cream or beige can enhance its richness and create a harmonious balance. Adding accents of deep navy or forest green can also complement Trumpet's boldness and create a sophisticated look. In a well-lit room, the depth and intensity of Little Greene 196 Trumpet can truly shine.
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What are Little Greene Trumpet undertones?
The undertone of Trumpet 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#F1F15C
RGB code:
241, 241, 92
Is Little Greene Trumpet 196 cool or warm?
With a hue of 60° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
196 Trumpet HSL code: 60, 84%, 65%
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 yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- 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 Trumpet
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 Yellow shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Trumpet:
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
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Trumpet
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 Trumpet with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Little Greene Ultra Blue.
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Trumpet
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #f1f15c | |
| RGB Decimal | 241, 241, 92 | |
| RGB Percent | 94.51%, 94.51%, 36.08% | |
| HSV | Hue: 60° Saturation: 61.83% Value: 94.51% | |
| HSL | hsl(60, 84, 65) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 61.83 Key: 5.49 | |
| YIQ | Y: 224.014 I: 47.88 Q: -46.369 | |
| XYZ | X: 69.665 Y: 82.386 Z: 22.355 | |
| CIE Lab | L:92.745 a:-17.918 b:69.505 | |
| CIE Luv | L:92.745 u:6.253 v:86.68 | |
| Decimal | 15855964 | |
| Hunter Lab | 90.767, -21.841, 48.935 |
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