Jotun Vandyke Brown / Sober / 10249

Code:10249
Name:Vandyke Brown
Brand:Jotun

What color is Jotun Vandyke Brown?

NCS Code: 6303-Y43R

Vandyke Brown 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 warm Dark paint color could transform your own bedroom space.

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Vandyke Brown for living room

Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Jotun 10249 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully warm Dark real bathrooms.

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Jotun Vandyke Brown reviews

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What are Jotun Vandyke Brown undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#79736D

RGB code:

121, 115, 109

Is Jotun Vandyke Brown 10249 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 30° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

10249 Vandyke Brown HSL code: 30, 5%, 45%

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

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Jotun Vandyke Brown:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

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Vandyke Brown

Complementary color scheme

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 Vandyke Brown with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 210, such as Jotun Gustavian Blue and Classic Blue.

LRV of Vandyke Brown

Vandyke Brown has an LRV of 17.66% and refers to Medium Dark which means that this color reflects very little lightWhy 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 17.66%, 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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HEX#79736dCopy color code
RGB Decimal121, 115, 109Copy color code
RGB Percent47.45%, 45.10%, 42.75%Copy color code
HSVHue: 30° Saturation: 9.92% Value: 47.45%Copy color code
HSLhsl(30, 5, 45)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.96 Yellow: 9.92 Key: 52.55Copy color code
YIQY: 116.11 I: 5.503 Q: -0.598Copy color code
XYZX: 16.776 Y: 17.431 Z: 16.945Copy color code
CIE LabL:48.798 a:1.166 b:4.144Copy color code
CIE LuvL:48.798 u:3.855 v:5.323Copy color code
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Hunter Lab41.75, -1.339, 5.162Copy color code
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