PPG Paints Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) Paint Color

What color is Fond Memory (PPG1017-3)?

Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) color belongs to the Neutral color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) is #C8BCB7, and the RGB color code is RGB(200, 188, 183).

In the RGB color model, Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) has a red value of 200, a green value of 188, and a blue value of 183. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 6.0% magenta, 8.5% yellow, and 21.6% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 17.6° (degrees), 13.4 % saturation, and 75.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) has a hue of 17.6° (degrees), 8.5 % saturation and 78.4 % brightness/value.

Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) is cool or warm?

The color Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Fond Memory (PPG1017-3)?

Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) has an LRV of nearly 52. 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 52 puts PPG Paints Fond Memory (PPG1017-3) 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.