Behr Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) Paint Color

What color is Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20)?

Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) color belongs to the Gray color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) is #9A9DA2, and the RGB color code is RGB(154, 157, 162).

In the RGB color model, Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) has a red value of 154, a green value of 157, and a blue value of 162. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 4.9% cyan, 3.1% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 36.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 217.5° (degrees), 4.1 % saturation, and 62.0 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) has a hue of 217.5° (degrees), 4.9 % saturation and 63.5 % brightness/value.

Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) is cool or warm?

The color Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) is a cool color.

What is the LRV of Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20)?

Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) has an LRV of nearly 34. 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 34 puts Behr Smokey Lilac (PPU26-20) 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.