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Valspar Gorgeous Graphite (M359) Paint Color


Color Name: Gorgeous Graphite (M359)
Hex Color Code: #8A97A7
RGB Color Code: RGB(138, 151, 167)
CMYK Values*: 17.4%, 9.6%, 0.0%, 34.5%
Color Family (Hue): gray





About Gorgeous Graphite (M359) color - its meaning and example


What color is Gorgeous Graphite (M359)?

Gorgeous Graphite (M359) color belongs to the gray color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Gorgeous Graphite (M359) is #8A97A7, and the RGB color code is RGB(138, 151, 167).

In the RGB color model, Gorgeous Graphite (M359) has a red value of 138, a green value of 151, and a blue value of 167. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 17.4% cyan, 9.6% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 34.5% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 213.1° (degrees), 14.1 % saturation, and 59.8 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Gorgeous Graphite (M359) has a hue of 213.1° (degrees), 17.4 % saturation and 65.5 % brightness/value.


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) is cool or warm?

The color Gorgeous Graphite (M359) is a cool color.


What is the LRV of Gorgeous Graphite (M359)?

Gorgeous Graphite (M359) has an LRV of nearly 30. 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.



Dark Color

Gorgeous Graphite (M359)

Light Color


Compare LRV 30 of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) 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 30 puts Valspar Gorgeous Graphite (M359) 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


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) (Paint - Valspar) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(138, 151, 167)
Red
138 (54.1%)
Green
151 (59.2%)
Blue
167 (65.5%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
17.37%
Magenta
9.58%
Yellow
0.00%
Key
34.51%

HSL

HSL(213.1deg, 14.1 %, 59.8 %)

Hue
213.1°
Saturation
14.15 %.
Lightness
59.80 %.

RYB

RYB(47, 71, 86)
Red
47 (18.5%)
Yellow
71 (27.8%)
Blue
86 (33.8%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
213.1°
Saturation
17.37 %.
Brightness / Value
65.49 %.

HWB

H: 213.1°

W: 54.12 %

B: 34.51 %

XYZ

X : 28.52

Y : 30.33

Z : 40.91

YXY

Y1 : 30.33

X : 0.29

Y2 : 0.3

CMY

C : 45.88%

M : 40.78%

Y : 34.51%


LRV

~ 30.3 %

Munsell Color System

7.5B 6.0/2

CIE-Lab

L : 61.93

A : -1.18

B : -9.95

CIE-Lch

L : 61.93

C : 10.02

H : 263.26

CIE-Luv

L : 61.93

U : -7.74

V : -14.54

Hunter-Lab

L : 55.07

A : -3.92

B : -5.5






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Gorgeous Graphite (M359) (Paint - Valspar)


Here are the colors similar to Gorgeous Graphite (M359) (Paint - Valspar). 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.



#91A3B0
Cadet Gray
ΔE - 4.53 (95.5% similar)
#8D90A1
Manatee
ΔE - 5.24 (94.8% similar)
#778899
Light Slate Gray
ΔE - 5.58 (94.4% similar)
#778BA5
Shadow Blue
ΔE - 5.71 (94.3% similar)





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


Pantone PMS


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Pantone PMS


#919CAC
PANTONE 10250 C
ΔE - 1.93 (98.1% similar)
#7E93A7
PANTONE 2164 C
ΔE - 3.20 (96.8% similar)
#869CAE
PANTONE 2163 C
ΔE - 3.30 (96.7% similar)
#87909A
PANTONE 8180 C
ΔE - 3.42 (96.6% similar)


RAL Design


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to RAL Design




Pantone TCX


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Pantone TCX




British Standard 4800


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to British Standard 4800


#7E94A9
BS 20-D-43 - Blue
ΔE - 3.34 (96.7% similar)
#92969B
BS 02-A-07 - Grey
ΔE - 5.31 (94.7% similar)
#6D88A0
BS 20-C-37 - Viking
ΔE - 7.35 (92.7% similar)


RAL Classic


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to RAL Classic


#8C969D
RAL 7001 - Silver Gray
ΔE - 4.08 (95.9% similar)
#8D9295
RAL 7045 - Telegray 1
ΔE - 6.25 (93.7% similar)
#989EA1
RAL 7040 - Window Gray
ΔE - 6.48 (93.5% similar)
#7A888E
RAL 7000 - Squirrel Gray
ΔE - 7.52 (92.5% similar)





Paint similar to Gorgeous Graphite (M359) (Paint - Valspar)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Gorgeous Graphite (M359) (Paint - Valspar). 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.


Valspar


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Valspar


#909DAC
Acier Tint (4004-3C)
ΔE - 1.96 (98.0% similar)
#8598A7
Blissful Blue (4005-3C)
ΔE - 2.65 (97.3% similar)
#8097AE
Versatile Blue (M348)
ΔE - 3.49 (96.5% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Sherwin Williams


#8595AA
Dried Lavender (SW 9072)
ΔE - 2.08 (97.9% similar)
#899CAA
Daphne (SW 9151)
ΔE - 3.20 (96.8% similar)
#8990A3
Dusty Heather (SW 9073)
ΔE - 4.06 (95.9% similar)
#99A0B2
Vesper Violet (SW 6542)
ΔE - 4.59 (95.4% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Benjamin Moore


#8290A0
Oxford Gray (2128-40)
ΔE - 2.43 (97.6% similar)
#919DA8
Coastline (AF-570)
ΔE - 2.94 (97.1% similar)
#8690A4
Flower Box (CSP-530)
ΔE - 3.42 (96.6% similar)
#81909B
Mineral Alloy (1622)
ΔE - 3.89 (96.1% similar)





PPG Paints


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to PPG Paints


#939DA9
Coast Of Maine (PPG10-20)
ΔE - 2.68 (97.3% similar)
#8D9CA7
Lost At Sea (PPG1040-5)
ΔE - 3.22 (96.8% similar)
#808EA1
Acceleration (PPG10-21)
ΔE - 3.27 (96.7% similar)
#8290A6
Blueberry Muffin (PPG1164-5)
ΔE - 3.39 (96.6% similar)


Dunn-Edwards


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Dunn-Edwards


#8F9AA4
Canadian Lake (DE 6340)
ΔE - 2.82 (97.2% similar)
#8A99A4
Hamilton Blue (DE 6333)
ΔE - 2.94 (97.1% similar)
#8599A8
Silver Storm (DE 5822)
ΔE - 3.02 (97.0% similar)
#8D95AA
London Fog (DE 5920)
ΔE - 3.84 (96.2% similar)


Behr


Gorgeous Graphite (M359) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Gorgeous Graphite (M359) to Behr


#8190A4
Montage (MQ5-16)
ΔE - 2.86 (97.1% similar)
#8B9EB3
China Silk (PPU15-10)
ΔE - 3.02 (97.0% similar)
#8293A0
Coastal Vista (PPU14-06)
ΔE - 3.10 (96.9% similar)
#889DB2
Private Jet (S520-4)
ΔE - 3.16 (96.8% 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


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