RAL Classic Sapphire blue RAL 5003
| Code: | RAL 5003 |
| Name: | Sapphire blue |
| Brand: | RAL Classic |
What color is RAL Classic Sapphire blue?
Let’s dive into a full Sapphire blue paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful RAL 5003. Find out if this gorgeous cold blue paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
Sapphire blue for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful cool Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
RAL Classic RAL 5003 on kitchen cabinets
Want a stylish kitchen? View real-life photo examples of this fascinating cool hue is paired with backsplashes, countertops, and hardware.
Sapphire blue for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
RAL Classic Sapphire blue reviews
View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.
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What are RAL Classic Sapphire blue undertones?
The undertone of Sapphire blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#1F3855
RGB code:
31, 56, 85
Is RAL Classic Sapphire blue RAL 5003 cool or warm?
With a hue of 212° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
RAL 5003 Sapphire blue HSL code: 212, 47%, 23%
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 Sapphire blue
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 RAL Classic Sapphire blue:
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 Sapphire blue with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 32, such as RAL Classic Beige grey and Pearl beige.
LRV of Sapphire blue
Sapphire blue has an LRV of 6.21% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 6.21%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #1F3855 | |
| RGB Decimal | 31, 56, 85 | |
| RGB Percent | 12.16%, 21.96%, 33.33% | |
| HSV | Hue: 212° Saturation: 63.53% Value: 33.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(212, 47, 23) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 63.53 Magenta: 34.12 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 66.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 51.831 I: -24.216 Q: 3.736 | |
| XYZ | X: 3.618 Y: 3.775 Z: 9.13 | |
| CIE Lab | L:22.914 a:0.467 b:-20.446 | |
| CIE Luv | L:22.914 u:-9.738 v:-24.019 | |
| Decimal | 2046037 | |
| Hunter Lab | 19.43, -0.762, -14.259 |
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