Dunn-Edwards Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) Paint Color

What color is Scarlet Apple (DEA 146)?

Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) color belongs to the Red color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) is #922E4A, and the RGB color code is RGB(146, 46, 74).

In the RGB color model, Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) has a red value of 146, a green value of 46, and a blue value of 74. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 68.5% magenta, 49.3% yellow, and 42.7% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 343.2° (degrees), 52.1 % saturation, and 37.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) has a hue of 343.2° (degrees), 68.5 % saturation and 57.3 % brightness/value.

Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) is cool or warm?

The color Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Scarlet Apple (DEA 146)?

Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) has an LRV of nearly 9. By LRV value, it is a dark 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 9 puts Dunn-Edwards Scarlet Apple (DEA 146) 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.