Behr Classic Gold (PPU6-17) Paint Color

What color is Classic Gold (PPU6-17)?

Classic Gold (PPU6-17) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is #C9A367, and the RGB color code is RGB(201, 163, 103).

In the RGB color model, Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has a red value of 201, a green value of 163, and a blue value of 103. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 18.9% magenta, 48.8% yellow, and 21.2% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 36.7° (degrees), 47.6 % saturation, and 59.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has a hue of 36.7° (degrees), 48.8 % saturation and 78.8 % brightness/value.

Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is cool or warm?

The color Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Classic Gold (PPU6-17)?

Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has an LRV of nearly 40. By LRV value, it is a medium 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 40 puts Behr Classic Gold (PPU6-17) 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.