What is the HEX code for Tikkurila Grotto?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila Grotto undertone is #5B5B4A .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila Grotto?

RGB code is 91, 91, 74 . 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 Grotto M449

Q: Is Tikkurila Grotto M449 cool or warm?

Tikkurila M449 Grotto is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila Grotto undertones?

Yellow is Tikkurila Grotto undertone color.

Code:	M449
Name:	Grotto
Brand:	Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila Grotto?

Tikkurila M449 Grotto is a warm and inviting earthy taupe, adding a touch of sophistication to any space. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with C2 Revere Grey and Benjamin Moore HC-173 Edgecomb Grey for a harmonious color palette. Embrace a modern and stylish look by combining Tikkurila M449 Grotto with accents in Farrow & Ball Dimity and Sherwin Williams SW 7016 Mindful Gray. Elevate your interior design with this elegant color choice that exudes timeless charm and effortless elegance.

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What are Tikkurila Grotto undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#5B5B4A

RGB code:

91, 91, 74

Is Tikkurila Grotto M449 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 60° thisdark greenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

M449 Grotto HSL code: 60, 10%, 32%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

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 Grotto

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 green shade looks under different lighting:

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LRV of Grotto

Grotto has an LRV of 10.21% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little 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 10.21%, 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	#5B5B4A
RGB Decimal	91, 91, 74
RGB Percent	35.69%, 35.69%, 29.02%
HSV	Hue: 60° Saturation: 18.68% Value: 35.69%
HSL	hsl(60, 10, 32)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 18.68 Key: 64.31
YIQ	Y: 89.062 I: 5.463 Q: -5.29
XYZ	X: 9.291 Y: 10.201 Z: 7.956
CIE Lab	L:38.201 a:-3.293 b:9.835
CIE Luv	L:38.201 u:0.888 v:12.314
Decimal	5987146
Hunter Lab	31.939, -3.965, 7.588