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Behr Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) Paint Color


Color Name: Imperial Gray (PPU26-02)
Hex Color Code: #676A6A
RGB Color Code: RGB(103, 106, 106)
CMYK Values*: 2.8%, 0.0%, 0.0%, 58.4%
Color Family (Hue): Gray





About Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) color - its meaning and example


What color is Imperial Gray (PPU26-02)?

Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) color belongs to the Gray color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) is #676A6A, and the RGB color code is RGB(103, 106, 106).

In the RGB color model, Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) has a red value of 103, a green value of 106, and a blue value of 106. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 2.8% cyan, 0.0% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 58.4% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 180° (degrees), 1.4 % saturation, and 41.0 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) has a hue of 180° (degrees), 2.8 % saturation and 41.6 % brightness/value.


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) is cool or warm?

The color Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) is a cool color.


What is the LRV of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02)?

Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) has an LRV of nearly 14. 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

Imperial Gray (PPU26-02)

Light Color


Compare LRV 14 of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) 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 14 puts Behr Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) 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


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) (Paint - Behr) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(103, 106, 106)
Red
103 (40.4%)
Green
106 (41.6%)
Blue
106 (41.6%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
2.83%
Magenta
0.00%
Yellow
0.00%
Key
58.43%

HSL

HSL(180deg, 1.4 %, 41.0 %)

Hue
180°
Saturation
1.44 %.
Lightness
40.98 %.

RYB

RYB(95, 115, 124)
Red
95 (37.2%)
Yellow
115 (45.2%)
Blue
124 (48.6%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
180°
Saturation
2.83 %.
Brightness / Value
41.57 %.

HWB

H: 180°

W: 40.39 %

B: 58.43 %

XYZ

X : 13.35

Y : 14.23

Z : 15.68

YXY

Y1 : 14.23

X : 0.31

Y2 : 0.33

CMY

C : 59.61%

M : 58.43%

Y : 58.43%


LRV

~ 14.2 %

Munsell Color System

1.9BG 4.3/0.3

CIE-Lab

L : 44.56

A : -1.15

B : -0.41

CIE-Lch

L : 44.56

C : 1.22

H : 199.54

CIE-Luv

L : 44.56

U : -1.66

V : -0.37

Hunter-Lab

L : 37.73

A : -2.86

B : 1.77






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the colors similar to Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) (Paint - Behr). 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.



#696969
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ΔE - 1.93 (98.1% similar)
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ΔE - 7.64 (92.4% similar)





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


Pantone TCX


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Pantone TCX




Pantone PMS


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Pantone PMS


#646667
PANTONE 4195 C
ΔE - 1.70 (98.3% similar)
#63666A
PANTONE Cool Gray 10 C
ΔE - 2.82 (97.2% similar)
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PANTONE 8402 C
ΔE - 2.88 (97.1% similar)
#6E6C69
PANTONE 10395 C
ΔE - 3.16 (96.8% similar)


RAL Design


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to RAL Design




RAL Classic


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to RAL Classic


#6C6E6B
RAL 7005 - Mouse Gray
ΔE - 2.34 (97.7% similar)
#5B686D
RAL 7031 - Blue Gray
ΔE - 4.93 (95.1% similar)
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RAL 7012 - Basalt Gray
ΔE - 5.26 (94.7% similar)
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RAL 7039 - Quartz Gray
ΔE - 5.66 (94.3% similar)


British Standard 4800


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to British Standard 4800


#6A696C
BS 22-B-25 - Nightshade
ΔE - 3.31 (96.7% similar)
#555F68
BS 00-A-09 - Flint Grey
ΔE - 6.80 (93.2% similar)





Paint similar to Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) (Paint - Behr). 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.


Behr


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Behr


#6A6D6D
Dark Ash (770F-5)
ΔE - 1.15 (98.8% similar)
#6B6D6A
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ΔE - 2.10 (97.9% similar)
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Cordite (HDC-MD-28)
ΔE - 2.18 (97.8% similar)


Dunn-Edwards


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Dunn-Edwards


#646767
Pointed Rock (DE 6363)
ΔE - 1.14 (98.9% similar)
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Equinox (DET 616)
ΔE - 2.17 (97.8% similar)
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Boat Anchor (DE 6377)
ΔE - 2.32 (97.7% similar)
#676965
Fade to Black (DET 629)
ΔE - 2.36 (97.6% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Benjamin Moore


#6A6F70
Gunmetal (1602)
ΔE - 2.08 (97.9% similar)
#696D70
Trout Gray (2124-20)
ΔE - 2.10 (97.9% similar)
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ΔE - 2.27 (97.7% similar)
#6A6967
Burnt Ember (CSP-120)
ΔE - 2.31 (97.7% similar)





Valspar


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Valspar


#656764
Ocean Storm (4004-2B)
ΔE - 2.11 (97.9% similar)
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Almost Charcoal (4008-2B)
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ΔE - 2.45 (97.5% similar)
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High-Speed Steel (4005-2B)
ΔE - 2.86 (97.1% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to Sherwin Williams


#616564
Roycroft Pewter (SW 2848)
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Web Gray (SW 7075)
ΔE - 2.42 (97.6% similar)
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Grizzle Gray (SW 7068)
ΔE - 2.60 (97.4% similar)
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Homburg Gray (SW 7622)
ΔE - 3.51 (96.5% similar)


PPG Paints


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) to PPG Paints


#6F6F6E
Slate Mine (PPG0996-6)
ΔE - 2.71 (97.3% similar)
#6E706D
Up In Smoke (PPG1010-6)
ΔE - 2.91 (97.1% similar)
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Armory (PPG1009-6)
ΔE - 3.43 (96.6% similar)
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Improbable (PPG1011-5)
ΔE - 3.87 (96.1% similar)








Color Combinations


View more Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) - #676A6A color palettes and coordinating colors



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


Imperial Gray (PPU26-02) - #676A6A Color Images and Patterns


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