What is the HEX code for Tikkurila Expance?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila Expance undertone is #D1BA98 .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila Expance?

RGB code is 209, 186, 152 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Tikkurila Expance X394

Q: Is Tikkurila Expance X394 cool or warm?

Tikkurila X394 Expance is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila Expance undertones?

Red is Tikkurila Expance undertone color.

Code:	X394
Name:	Expance
Brand:	Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila Expance?

Elevate your living space with a touch of sophistication and warmth by using Tikkurila X394 Expance. This rich and inviting hue exudes a sense of luxury and modern elegance, perfect for creating a cozy and stylish atmosphere in your living room or bedroom. The deep and moody undertones of X394 add depth and character to any space, making it ideal for study rooms or home offices as well. Embrace the versatility of this timeless color code in various interiors, where it effortlessly complements both contemporary and traditional decor styles. Let Tikkurila X394 Expance be the perfect choice to transform your home into a sanctuary of comfort and style.

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What are Tikkurila Expance undertones?

The undertone of Expance can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#D1BA98

RGB code:

209, 186, 152

Is Tikkurila Expance X394 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 36° thisYellowrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

X394 Expance HSL code: 36, 38%, 71%

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.
Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
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 Expance

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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Tikkurila Expance:

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

X394
Expance

H459
Chai

Darker shades

X394
Expance

V396
Toffee

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 Expance with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 216, such as Tikkurila Forget me not.

X394
Expance

H353
Forget me not

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Expance X394
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LRV of Expance

Expance has an LRV of 50.88% and refers to Light Medium colors that reflect half of the incident light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

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 50.88%, 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	#D1BA98
RGB Decimal	209, 186, 152
RGB Percent	81.96%, 72.94%, 59.61%
HSV	Hue: 36° Saturation: 27.27% Value: 81.96%
HSL	hsl(36, 38, 71)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 11.0 Yellow: 27.27 Key: 18.04
YIQ	Y: 189.001 I: 24.631 Q: -5.715
XYZ	X: 49.521 Y: 50.942 Z: 36.921
CIE Lab	L:76.644 a:3.008 b:20.264
CIE Luv	L:76.644 u:16.381 v:27.528
Decimal	13744792
Hunter Lab	71.373, -1.055, 19.291