Dunn-Edwards Deep Carnation (DE 5011) Paint Color

What color is Deep Carnation (DE 5011)?

Deep Carnation (DE 5011) color belongs to the Pink color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Deep Carnation (DE 5011) is #C973A2, and the RGB color code is RGB(201, 115, 162).

In the RGB color model, Deep Carnation (DE 5011) has a red value of 201, a green value of 115, and a blue value of 162. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 42.8% magenta, 19.4% yellow, and 21.2% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 327.2° (degrees), 44.3 % saturation, and 62.0 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Deep Carnation (DE 5011) has a hue of 327.2° (degrees), 42.8 % saturation and 78.8 % brightness/value.

Deep Carnation (DE 5011) is cool or warm?

The color Deep Carnation (DE 5011) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Deep Carnation (DE 5011)?

Deep Carnation (DE 5011) has an LRV of nearly 27. 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 27 puts Dunn-Edwards Deep Carnation (DE 5011) 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.