Dunn-Edwards Mythical Blue (DEC 787) Paint Color

What color is Mythical Blue (DEC 787)?

Mythical Blue (DEC 787) color belongs to the Blue color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Mythical Blue (DEC 787) is #93A8A7, and the RGB color code is RGB(147, 168, 167).

In the RGB color model, Mythical Blue (DEC 787) has a red value of 147, a green value of 168, and a blue value of 167. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 12.5% cyan, 0.0% magenta, 0.6% yellow, and 34.1% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 177.1° (degrees), 10.8 % saturation, and 61.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Mythical Blue (DEC 787) has a hue of 177.1° (degrees), 12.5 % saturation and 65.9 % brightness/value.

Mythical Blue (DEC 787) is cool or warm?

The color Mythical Blue (DEC 787) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Mythical Blue (DEC 787)?

Mythical Blue (DEC 787) has an LRV of nearly 37. 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 37 puts Dunn-Edwards Mythical Blue (DEC 787) 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.