Dunn-Edwards Gold Sand (DE 5429) Paint Color

What color is Gold Sand (DE 5429)?

Gold Sand (DE 5429) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Gold Sand (DE 5429) is #F7E5A9, and the RGB color code is RGB(247, 229, 169).

In the RGB color model, Gold Sand (DE 5429) has a red value of 247, a green value of 229, and a blue value of 169. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 7.3% magenta, 31.6% yellow, and 3.1% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 46.2° (degrees), 83.0 % saturation, and 81.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Gold Sand (DE 5429) has a hue of 46.2° (degrees), 31.6 % saturation and 96.9 % brightness/value.

Gold Sand (DE 5429) is cool or warm?

The color Gold Sand (DE 5429) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Gold Sand (DE 5429)?

Gold Sand (DE 5429) has an LRV of nearly 79. By LRV value, it is a off-white 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 79 puts Dunn-Edwards Gold Sand (DE 5429) paint color in the lighter 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.