PPG Paints Linen Tint (PPG16-09) Paint Color

What color is Linen Tint (PPG16-09)?

Linen Tint (PPG16-09) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Linen Tint (PPG16-09) is #F1E2C6, and the RGB color code is RGB(241, 226, 198).

In the RGB color model, Linen Tint (PPG16-09) has a red value of 241, a green value of 226, and a blue value of 198. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 6.2% magenta, 17.8% yellow, and 5.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 39.1° (degrees), 60.6 % saturation, and 86.1 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Linen Tint (PPG16-09) has a hue of 39.1° (degrees), 17.8 % saturation and 94.5 % brightness/value.

Linen Tint (PPG16-09) is cool or warm?

The color Linen Tint (PPG16-09) is a warm color.

What is the LRV of Linen Tint (PPG16-09)?

Linen Tint (PPG16-09) has an LRV of nearly 77. By LRV value, it is a off-white 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 77 puts PPG Paints Linen Tint (PPG16-09) paint color in the lighter 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.