Tikkurila Y436
| Code: | Y436 |
| Name: | |
| Brand: | Tikkurila |
What color is Tikkurila Y436?
Elevate your space with Tikkurila's Y436, a stunning shade that blends elegance with a modern flair. This versatile color pairs effortlessly with crisp white tones, adding a touch of brightness to any room. For a sophisticated contrast, consider combining it with a deep navy blue, such as Tikkurila's G345. Embrace a contemporary aesthetic by incorporating accents in warm earth tones like Tikkurila's R217 or cool greys like S489, creating a harmonious and inviting environment. Transform your space with Tikkurila's Y436 for a timeless and chic color palette.
Tikkurila Y436 reviews
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What are Tikkurila Y436 undertones?
The undertone of Y436 can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#CBD5D9
RGB code:
203, 213, 217
Is Tikkurila Y436 cool or warm?
With a hue of 197° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
Y436 HSL code: 197, 16%, 82%
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 blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- 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 Y436
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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Tikkurila Y436:
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
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 Y436 with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 17, such as Tikkurila and Mirage.
LRV of Y436
Y436 has an LRV of 64.66% 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 64.66%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #CBD5D9 | |
| RGB Decimal | 203, 213, 217 | |
| RGB Percent | 79.61%, 83.53%, 85.10% | |
| HSV | Hue: 197° Saturation: 6.45% Value: 85.1% | |
| HSL | hsl(197, 16, 82) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 6.45 Magenta: 1.84 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 14.9 | |
| YIQ | Y: 210.466 I: -7.244 Q: -0.871 | |
| XYZ | X: 60.944 Y: 65.294 Z: 75.019 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.635 a:-2.617 b:-3.136 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.635 u:-5.716 v:-4.34 | |
| Decimal | 13358553 | |
| Hunter Lab | 80.805, -6.782, 1.519 |
Color equivalents
90BG 63/043
Steel Symphony 5
Dulux

70BG 68/056
Celestial Cloud 5
Dulux
10BB 64/052
Niagara Blues 5
Dulux
50BG 54/028
Quartz Flint 2
Dulux
4627
Rain Sky
Jotun

70BG 72/043
Celestial Cloud 6
Dulux
10BB 83/006
Atmosphere
Dulux

90BG 72/063
Borrowed Blue
Dulux

Calm Sea
Dulux
H498
Tikkurila

90BG 63/072
Pebble Drift 5
Dulux
4177
Heath Violet
Jotun
4468
Alladin
Jotun

70BG 72/057
Winter Teal 6
Dulux
30BB 72/040
Frosted Steel
Dulux

325
Bone China Blue - Faint
Little Greene

Horizon View
Dulux
30BB 62/044
Mineral Haze 2
Dulux
235
Borrowed Light
Farrow and Ball

166
Gauze - Dark
Little Greene







