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PPG Paints Licorice (PPG1009-7) Paint Color


Color Name: Licorice (PPG1009-7)
Hex Color Code: #4E4F48
RGB Color Code: RGB(78, 79, 72)
CMYK Values*: 1.3%, 0.0%, 8.9%, 69.0%
Color Family (Hue): Neutral Black





About Licorice (PPG1009-7) color - its meaning and example


What color is Licorice (PPG1009-7)?

Licorice (PPG1009-7) color belongs to the Neutral Black color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Licorice (PPG1009-7) is #4E4F48, and the RGB color code is RGB(78, 79, 72).

In the RGB color model, Licorice (PPG1009-7) has a red value of 78, a green value of 79, and a blue value of 72. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 1.3% cyan, 0.0% magenta, 8.9% yellow, and 69.0% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 68.6° (degrees), 4.6 % saturation, and 29.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Licorice (PPG1009-7) has a hue of 68.6° (degrees), 8.9 % saturation and 31.0 % brightness/value.


Licorice (PPG1009-7) is cool or warm?

The color Licorice (PPG1009-7) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Licorice (PPG1009-7)?

Licorice (PPG1009-7) has an LRV of nearly 8. By LRV value, it is a 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.



Dark Color

Licorice (PPG1009-7)

Light Color


Compare LRV 8 of Licorice (PPG1009-7) with dark and light Color




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 8 puts PPG Paints Licorice (PPG1009-7) 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.




Color Codes - Color Space Conversions


Licorice (PPG1009-7) (Paint - PPG Paints) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(78, 79, 72)
Red
78 (30.6%)
Green
79 (31.0%)
Blue
72 (28.2%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
1.27%
Magenta
0.00%
Yellow
8.86%
Key
69.02%

HSL

HSL(68.57deg, 4.6 %, 29.6 %)

Hue
68.57°
Saturation
4.64 %.
Lightness
29.61 %.

RYB

RYB(131, 145, 152)
Red
131 (51.4%)
Yellow
145 (56.9%)
Blue
152 (59.4%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
68.57°
Saturation
8.86 %.
Brightness / Value
30.98 %.

HWB

H: 68.57°

W: 28.24 %

B: 69.02 %

XYZ

X : 7.11

Y : 7.68

Z : 7.24

YXY

Y1 : 7.68

X : 0.32

Y2 : 0.35

CMY

C : 69.41%

M : 69.02%

Y : 71.76%


LRV

~ 7.7 %

Munsell Color System

4.2GY 3.2/1

CIE-Lab

L : 33.31

A : -1.88

B : 3.99

CIE-Lch

L : 33.31

C : 4.41

H : 115.18

CIE-Luv

L : 33.31

U : -0.19

V : 5.01

Hunter-Lab

L : 27.71

A : -2.71

B : 3.91






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Licorice (PPG1009-7) (Paint - PPG Paints)


Here are the colors similar to Licorice (PPG1009-7) (Paint - PPG Paints). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.



#555555
Davy's gray
ΔE - 4.98 (95.0% similar)
#544F3D
Olive drab Camouflage
ΔE - 5.72 (94.3% similar)
#555D50
Ebony
ΔE - 6.48 (93.5% similar)
#3F3F3F
Shadow Gray
ΔE - 6.77 (93.2% similar)





Similar colors from Pantone, RAL, and other color matching system


Pantone PMS


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Pantone PMS


#51534A
PANTONE 418 C
ΔE - 1.78 (98.2% similar)
#504D4A
PANTONE 10397 C
ΔE - 3.85 (96.2% similar)
#59534C
PANTONE 4230 C
ΔE - 4.72 (95.3% similar)
#5B5652
PANTONE 8600 C
ΔE - 5.41 (94.6% similar)


RAL Classic


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to RAL Classic


#4C4A44
RAL 7022 - Umbra Gray
ΔE - 2.50 (97.5% similar)
#4F5250
RAL 7043 - Traffic Gray B
ΔE - 3.08 (96.9% similar)
#585C56
RAL 7010 - Tarpaulin Gray
ΔE - 4.67 (95.3% similar)
#575044
RAL 7013 - Brown Gray
ΔE - 4.96 (95.0% similar)


Pantone TCX


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Pantone TCX




RAL Design


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to RAL Design




British Standard 4800


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to British Standard 4800


#444444
BS 16-A-11 - Grey
ΔE - 5.62 (94.4% similar)
#4D4E51
BS 02-A-11 - Grey
ΔE - 6.27 (93.7% similar)
#443F39
BS 22-B-27 - Violet
ΔE - 6.34 (93.7% similar)
#5E5F50
BS 12-B-25 - Thyme
ΔE - 6.63 (93.4% similar)





Paint similar to Licorice (PPG1009-7) (Paint - PPG Paints)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Licorice (PPG1009-7) (Paint - PPG Paints). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.


Dunn-Edwards


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Dunn-Edwards


#4D504B
Iron River (DEA 176)
ΔE - 1.46 (98.5% similar)
#504E47
Renwick Brown (DET 630)
ΔE - 1.82 (98.2% similar)
#51504D
Blackjack (DE 6371)
ΔE - 2.92 (97.1% similar)
#575654
Jet (DE 6378)
ΔE - 4.39 (95.6% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Sherwin Williams


#4E5147
Shade-Grown (SW 6188)
ΔE - 2.12 (97.9% similar)
#484C49
Rock Bottom (SW 7062)
ΔE - 2.82 (97.2% similar)
#54504A
Urbane Bronze (SW 7048)
ΔE - 3.36 (96.6% similar)


Valspar


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Valspar


#4C4B46
Vintage Frame (V142-6)
ΔE - 2.16 (97.8% similar)
#4D4B41
Timber Green (8006-1G)
ΔE - 2.48 (97.5% similar)
#4E5150
Muted Ebony (4008-2C)
ΔE - 3.56 (96.4% similar)
#585953
Sable Evening (5006-2C)
ΔE - 3.57 (96.4% similar)





Benjamin Moore


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Benjamin Moore


#4B4B3F
Fatigue Green (2140-10)
ΔE - 2.93 (97.1% similar)
#565851
Ashwood Moss (1484)
ΔE - 3.12 (96.9% similar)
#545447
Tuscany Green (2140-20)
ΔE - 3.38 (96.6% similar)
#4B4E4E
Nightfall (1596)
ΔE - 4.13 (95.9% similar)


Behr


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to Behr


#505150
Space Black (N460-7)
ΔE - 3.66 (96.3% similar)
#545554
Carbon Copy (PPU25-01)
ΔE - 4.21 (95.8% similar)
#555A51
North Woods (N410-7)
ΔE - 4.31 (95.7% similar)
#5B584C
Windgate Hill (MQ6-24)
ΔE - 4.50 (95.5% similar)


PPG Paints


Licorice (PPG1009-7) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Licorice (PPG1009-7) to PPG Paints


#575957
Black Widow (PPG0997-7)
ΔE - 4.57 (95.4% similar)
#5B5A4D
Osiris (PPG1031-7)
ΔE - 4.85 (95.2% similar)
#464544
Onyx (PPG1011-7)
ΔE - 5.11 (94.9% similar)
#5C5752
Undercover (PPG0998-7)
ΔE - 5.31 (94.7% similar)








Color Combinations


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Monochromatic Color Palette

Monochromatic colors belong to the same hue angle but different tints and shades. Monochromatic color palette can be generated by keeping the exact hue of the base color and then changing the saturation and lightness.

Analogous Color Palette

Analogous colors are a group of colors adjacent to each other on a color wheel. Group of these adjacent colors forms Analogous color scheme Palette. Analogous Palette can be generated by increasing or decreasing the hue value by 30 points.

Triadic Color Palette

The triadic color palette has three colors separated by 120° in the RGB color wheel

Tetradic Color Palette

The tetradic colour scheme composed of two sets of complementary colors in a rectangular shape on the color wheel.







Example Color Images and Mockup


PPG Paints Licorice (PPG1009-7) - #4E4F48 Color Images and Patterns


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