PPG Paints Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) Paint Color

What color is Clam Shell (PPG1023-6)?

Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) is #827566, and the RGB color code is RGB(130, 117, 102).

In the RGB color model, Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) has a red value of 130, a green value of 117, and a blue value of 102. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 10.0% magenta, 21.5% yellow, and 49.0% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 32.1° (degrees), 12.1 % saturation, and 45.5 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) has a hue of 32.1° (degrees), 21.5 % saturation and 51.0 % brightness/value.

Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) is cool or warm?

The color Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Clam Shell (PPG1023-6)?

Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) has an LRV of nearly 18. By LRV value, it is a medium dark 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 18 puts PPG Paints Clam Shell (PPG1023-6) paint color in the darker 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.