PPG Paints Always Blue (PPG1156-3) Paint Color

What color is Always Blue (PPG1156-3)?

Always Blue (PPG1156-3) color belongs to the Blue color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Always Blue (PPG1156-3) is #A2BACB, and the RGB color code is RGB(162, 186, 203).

In the RGB color model, Always Blue (PPG1156-3) has a red value of 162, a green value of 186, and a blue value of 203. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 20.2% cyan, 8.4% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 20.4% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 204.9° (degrees), 28.3 % saturation, and 71.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Always Blue (PPG1156-3) has a hue of 204.9° (degrees), 20.2 % saturation and 79.6 % brightness/value.

Always Blue (PPG1156-3) is cool or warm?

The color Always Blue (PPG1156-3) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Always Blue (PPG1156-3)?

Always Blue (PPG1156-3) has an LRV of nearly 47. By LRV value, it is a medium light color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.

LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 47 puts PPG Paints Always Blue (PPG1156-3) paint color in the medium category.

• Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
• Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.