Dunn-Edwards Smashed Grape (DE 5963) Paint Color

What color is Smashed Grape (DE 5963)?

Smashed Grape (DE 5963) color belongs to the Purple color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Smashed Grape (DE 5963) is #8775A1, and the RGB color code is RGB(135, 117, 161).

In the RGB color model, Smashed Grape (DE 5963) has a red value of 135, a green value of 117, and a blue value of 161. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 16.1% cyan, 27.3% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 36.9% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 264.5° (degrees), 19.0 % saturation, and 54.5 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Smashed Grape (DE 5963) has a hue of 264.5° (degrees), 27.3 % saturation and 63.1 % brightness/value.

Smashed Grape (DE 5963) is cool or warm?

The color Smashed Grape (DE 5963) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Smashed Grape (DE 5963)?

Smashed Grape (DE 5963) has an LRV of nearly 20. By LRV value, it is a medium 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 20 puts Dunn-Edwards Smashed Grape (DE 5963) 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.