Dunn-Edwards Golden Lock (DEA 121) Paint Color

What color is Golden Lock (DEA 121)?

Golden Lock (DEA 121) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Golden Lock (DEA 121) is #F5BC1D, and the RGB color code is RGB(245, 188, 29).

In the RGB color model, Golden Lock (DEA 121) has a red value of 245, a green value of 188, and a blue value of 29. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 23.3% magenta, 88.2% yellow, and 3.9% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 44.2° (degrees), 91.5 % saturation, and 53.7 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Golden Lock (DEA 121) has a hue of 44.2° (degrees), 88.2 % saturation and 96.1 % brightness/value.

Golden Lock (DEA 121) is cool or warm?

The color Golden Lock (DEA 121) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Golden Lock (DEA 121)?

Golden Lock (DEA 121) has an LRV of nearly 55. 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 55 puts Dunn-Edwards Golden Lock (DEA 121) 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.