Dunn-Edwards Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) Paint Color

What color is Exotic Lilac (DE 5017)?

Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) color belongs to the Pink color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) is #D198B5, and the RGB color code is RGB(209, 152, 181).

In the RGB color model, Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) has a red value of 209, a green value of 152, and a blue value of 181. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 27.3% magenta, 13.4% yellow, and 18.0% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 329.5° (degrees), 38.3 % saturation, and 70.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) has a hue of 329.5° (degrees), 27.3 % saturation and 82.0 % brightness/value.

Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) is cool or warm?

The color Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Exotic Lilac (DE 5017)?

Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) has an LRV of nearly 39. 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 39 puts Dunn-Edwards Exotic Lilac (DE 5017) 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.