Little Greene Woad 251

Official page:Woad 251
Code:251
Name:Woad
Brand:Little Greene
Collections:Colours of England

What color is Little Greene Woad?

Step into a world of timeless elegance with Little Greene 251 Woad. This deep and rich color, with its hints of blue and gray, adds a sense of sophistication to any space. Pair this versatile shade with warm neutrals like Stone 40 or cool tones like Dorchester Pink 244 for a harmonious and stylish contrast. Create a modern and inviting atmosphere by incorporating accents in Olive 13 or Pink Slip 294 to complement the depth of Woad. Whether used as a wall color or in furniture pieces, Little Greene 251 Woad is sure to elevate your interior design with its classic charm.

Little Greene 251 for bathroom

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Little Greene Woad reviews

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What are Little Greene Woad undertones?

The undertone of Woad 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#436382

RGB code:

67, 99, 130

Is Little Greene Woad 251 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 210° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

251 Woad HSL code: 210, 32%, 39%

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 Woad

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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Woad:

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.

Darker 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 Woad with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 30, such as Little Greene Perennial Grey and Dash of Soot.

Color codes

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HEX#436382Copy color code
RGB Decimal67, 99, 130Copy color code
RGB Percent26.27%, 38.82%, 50.98%Copy color code
HSVHue: 210° Saturation: 48.46% Value: 50.98%Copy color code
HSLhsl(210, 32, 39)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 48.46 Magenta: 23.85 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 49.02Copy color code
YIQY: 92.966 I: -29.03 Q: 2.878Copy color code
XYZX: 10.804 Y: 11.728 Z: 22.807Copy color code
CIE LabL:40.78 a:-2.535 b:-20.881Copy color code
CIE LuvL:40.78 u:-15.087 v:-28.97Copy color code
Decimal4416386Copy color code
Hunter Lab34.246, -3.616, -15.514Copy color code
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