Valspar Calm, Cool and Collected V140-1
| Code: | V140-1 |
| Name: | Calm, Cool and Collected |
| Brand: | Valspar |
What color is Valspar Calm, Cool and Collected?
Let’s dive into a full Calm, Cool and Collected paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful V140-1. Find out if this gorgeous cold grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
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What are Valspar Calm, Cool and Collected undertones?
The undertone of Calm, Cool and Collected can be accurately described as a Green 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D8DBD7
RGB code:
216, 219, 215
Is Valspar Calm, Cool and Collected V140-1 cool or warm?
With a hue of 105° this Grey refers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
V140-1 Calm, Cool and Collected HSL code: 105, 5%, 85%
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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.
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 Calm, Cool and Collected
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Valspar Calm, Cool and Collected:
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
V140-1
Calm, Cool and Collected
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 Calm, Cool and Collected with a yellow hue, complementary colors are those with a purple hue close to 285, such as Valspar Fields of Provence and Virtuoso.
LRV of Calm, Cool and Collected
Calm, Cool and Collected has an LRV of 70.37% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident 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 70.37%, 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 | #d8dbd7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 216, 219, 215 | |
| RGB Percent | 84.71%, 85.88%, 84.31% | |
| HSV | Hue: 105° Saturation: 1.83% Value: 85.88% | |
| HSL | hsl(105, 5, 85) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 1.37 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 1.83 Key: 14.12 | |
| YIQ | Y: 217.647 I: -0.502 Q: -1.879 | |
| XYZ | X: 65.913 Y: 70.168 Z: 74.343 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.079 a:-1.738 b:1.611 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.079 u:-1.471 v:2.749 | |
| Decimal | 14212055 | |
| Hunter Lab | 83.766, -6.135, 6.016 |
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