Dunn-Edwards Light Gray (DEC 789) Paint Color

What color is Light Gray (DEC 789)?

Light Gray (DEC 789) color belongs to the Gray Gray Green color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Light Gray (DEC 789) is #979D9A, and the RGB color code is RGB(151, 157, 154).

In the RGB color model, Light Gray (DEC 789) has a red value of 151, a green value of 157, and a blue value of 154. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 3.8% cyan, 0.0% magenta, 1.9% yellow, and 38.4% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 150° (degrees), 3.0 % saturation, and 60.4 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Light Gray (DEC 789) has a hue of 150° (degrees), 3.8 % saturation and 61.6 % brightness/value.

Light Gray (DEC 789) is cool or warm?

The color Light Gray (DEC 789) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Light Gray (DEC 789)?

Light Gray (DEC 789) has an LRV of nearly 33. 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 33 puts Dunn-Edwards Light Gray (DEC 789) 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.