Dunn-Edwards Apache Tan (DEC 746) Paint Color

What color is Apache Tan (DEC 746)?

Apache Tan (DEC 746) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Apache Tan (DEC 746) is #D5BFA5, and the RGB color code is RGB(213, 191, 165).

In the RGB color model, Apache Tan (DEC 746) has a red value of 213, a green value of 191, and a blue value of 165. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 10.3% magenta, 22.5% yellow, and 16.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 32.5° (degrees), 36.4 % saturation, and 74.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Apache Tan (DEC 746) has a hue of 32.5° (degrees), 22.5 % saturation and 83.5 % brightness/value.

Apache Tan (DEC 746) is cool or warm?

The color Apache Tan (DEC 746) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Apache Tan (DEC 746)?

Apache Tan (DEC 746) has an LRV of nearly 54. 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 54 puts Dunn-Edwards Apache Tan (DEC 746) 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.