What is the HEX code for Tikkurila X478?

The hexadecimal color code for Tikkurila X478 undertone is #CBB8B8 .

What is the RGB code of Tikkurila X478?

RGB code is 203, 184, 184 . 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.

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Q: Is Tikkurila X478 cool or warm?

Tikkurila X478 is warm color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Tikkurila X478 undertones?

Red is Tikkurila X478 undertone color.

Code:	X478
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Brand:	Tikkurila

What color is Tikkurila X478?

X478 by Tikkurila is a muted pink color. X478 can be used to create a sleek and modern aesthetic. The warm gray undertones give this muted pink color a cozy, pensive vibe.

The nearest colors to X478 are Dulux Potters Clay 2 and RAL Effect RAL 870-1, which are also muted pink colors.

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What are Tikkurila X478 undertones?

The undertone of X478 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#CBB8B8

RGB code:

203, 184, 184

Is Tikkurila X478 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 0° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

X478 HSL code: 0, 15%, 76%

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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.

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 X478

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).
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LRV of X478

X478 has an LRV of 51.29% 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 51.29%, 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	#CBB8B8
RGB Decimal	203, 184, 184
RGB Percent	79.61%, 72.16%, 72.16%
HSV	Hue: 0° Saturation: 9.36% Value: 79.61%
HSL	hsl(0, 15, 76)
CMYK	Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.36 Yellow: 9.36 Key: 20.39
YIQ	Y: 189.681 I: 11.322 Q: 4.019
XYZ	X: 50.419 Y: 50.439 Z: 52.414
CIE Lab	L:76.338 a:6.744 b:2.459
CIE Luv	L:76.338 u:11.229 v:2.428
Decimal	13351096
Hunter Lab	71.02, 2.436, 5.957