PPG Paints Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) Paint Color

What color is Salem Blue (PPG1239-4)?

Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) color belongs to the Blue color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) is #66A9D3, and the RGB color code is RGB(102, 169, 211).

In the RGB color model, Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) has a red value of 102, a green value of 169, and a blue value of 211. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 51.7% cyan, 19.9% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 17.3% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 203.1° (degrees), 55.3 % saturation, and 61.4 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) has a hue of 203.1° (degrees), 51.7 % saturation and 82.7 % brightness/value.

Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) is cool or warm?

The color Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Salem Blue (PPG1239-4)?

Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) has an LRV of nearly 36. 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 36 puts PPG Paints Salem Blue (PPG1239-4) 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.