Little Greene Urbane Grey 225
| Official page: | Urbane Grey 225 |
| Code: | 225 |
| Name: | Urbane Grey |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Grey |
What color is Little Greene Urbane Grey?
Little Greene Urbane Grey is a sophisticated and versatile color that works well in both traditional and modern interiors. It is a rich and warm grey with a slight brown undertone, creating a sense of comfort and coziness. This color can be used in various spaces, including living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens, and pairs well with other neutral shades, such as whites and beiges, as well as brighter colors like greens and blues. For a timeless and elegant look, try pairing Urbane Grey with classic furniture pieces, natural textures, and brass or gold accents.
Little Greene 225 on kitchen cabinets
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Little Greene Urbane Grey reviews
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What are Little Greene Urbane Grey undertones?
The undertone of Urbane Grey 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#A1A19C
RGB code:
161, 161, 156
Is Little Greene Urbane Grey 225 cool or warm?
With a hue of 60° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
225 Urbane Grey HSL code: 60, 3%, 62%
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 mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Urbane Grey
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 Urbane Grey:
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 Urbane Grey with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 240, such as Little Greene Juniper Ash and Mambo.
225
Urbane Grey
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #a1a19c | |
| RGB Decimal | 161, 161, 156 | |
| RGB Percent | 63.14%, 63.14%, 61.18% | |
| HSV | Hue: 60° Saturation: 3.11% Value: 63.14% | |
| HSL | hsl(60, 3, 62) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 3.11 Key: 36.86 | |
| YIQ | Y: 160.43 I: 1.607 Q: -1.556 | |
| XYZ | X: 33.442 Y: 35.467 Z: 36.528 | |
| CIE Lab | L:66.111 a:-0.942 b:2.602 | |
| CIE Luv | L:66.111 u:0.281 v:3.899 | |
| Decimal | 10592668 | |
| Hunter Lab | 59.554, -3.985, 5.323 |
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