Little Greene Pale Lupin 278
| Official page: | Pale Lupin 278 |
| Code: | 278 |
| Name: | Pale Lupin |
| Brand: | Little Greene |
| Collections: | Colours of England |
What color is Little Greene Pale Lupin?
Immerse your space in the soft elegance of Little Greene 278 Pale Lupin. This gentle hue, reminiscent of delicate spring flowers, brings a sense of tranquility and sophistication to any room it graces. Perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and nurseries, it creates a soothing atmosphere that promotes relaxation and peacefulness. Whether used as an accent or as the main color scheme, Pale Lupin's versatility effortlessly elevates the charm of your interior. Embrace the timeless beauty of Little Greene 278 Pale Lupin to infuse your home with a touch of ethereal enchantment.
Pale Lupin for bedroom
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Pale Lupin for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Little Greene Pale Lupin reviews
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What are Little Greene Pale Lupin undertones?
The undertone of Pale Lupin 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#6C7892
RGB code:
108, 120, 146
Is Little Greene Pale Lupin 278 cool or warm?
With a hue of 221° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
278 Pale Lupin HSL code: 221, 15%, 50%
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 Pale Lupin
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Little Greene Pale Lupin:
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
278
Pale Lupin
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 Pale Lupin with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 41, such as Little Greene Perennial Grey and Dash of Soot.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #6c7892 | |
| RGB Decimal | 108, 120, 146 | |
| RGB Percent | 42.35%, 47.06%, 57.25% | |
| HSV | Hue: 221° Saturation: 26.03% Value: 57.25% | |
| HSL | hsl(221, 15, 50) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 26.03 Magenta: 17.81 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 42.75 | |
| YIQ | Y: 119.376 I: -15.506 Q: 5.553 | |
| XYZ | X: 18.087 Y: 18.696 Z: 29.842 | |
| CIE Lab | L:50.329 a:1.693 b:-15.552 | |
| CIE Luv | L:50.329 u:-7.457 v:-22.721 | |
| Decimal | 7108754 | |
| Hunter Lab | 43.239, -0.999, -10.653 |
Color equivalents
70BB 21/147
Imperial Mauve 1
Dulux
S431
Delft
Tikkurila

L430
Fell
Tikkurila

L433
Atlantis
Tikkurila

50BB 17/126
Moon Waves 1
Dulux
90BB 19/165
Midnight Iris 1
Dulux
220
Pitch Blue
Farrow and Ball

Marble Swirl 2
Dulux
RAL 5014
Pigeon blue
RAL Classic

50BB 18/216
Ink Wash
Dulux
70BB 24/245
Martian Skies 4
Dulux
90BB 22/247
Lilac Heather 1
Dulux
Plush Velvet 4
Dulux
RAL 4012
Pearl blackberry
RAL Classic

4594
Blue Harmony
Jotun

K431
Tikkurila

30BB 21/056
Grey Splendor
Dulux
30BB 18/190
Wild Water 2
Dulux













