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Sherwin Williams Novel Lilac (SW 6836) Paint Color


Color Name: Novel Lilac (SW 6836)
Hex Color Code: #C2A4C2
RGB Color Code: RGB(194, 164, 194)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 15.5%, 0.0%, 23.9%





About Novel Lilac (SW 6836) color - its meaning and example


What color is Novel Lilac (SW 6836)?

Novel Lilac (SW 6836) color belongs to the Purple color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Novel Lilac (SW 6836) is #C2A4C2, and the RGB color code is RGB(194, 164, 194).

In the RGB color model, Novel Lilac (SW 6836) has a red value of 194, a green value of 164, and a blue value of 194. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 15.5% magenta, 0.0% yellow, and 23.9% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 300° (degrees), 19.7 % saturation, and 70.2 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Novel Lilac (SW 6836) has a hue of 300° (degrees), 15.5 % saturation and 76.1 % brightness/value.


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) is cool or warm?

The color Novel Lilac (SW 6836) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Novel Lilac (SW 6836)?

Novel Lilac (SW 6836) has an LRV of nearly 42. By LRV value, it is a medium light 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

Novel Lilac (SW 6836)

Light Color


Compare LRV 42 of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) 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 42 puts Sherwin Williams Novel Lilac (SW 6836) paint color in the medium 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


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) (Paint - Sherwin Williams) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(194, 164, 194)
Red
194 (76.1%)
Green
164 (64.3%)
Blue
194 (76.1%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
15.46%
Yellow
0.00%
Key
23.92%

HSL

HSL(300deg, 19.7 %, 70.2 %)

Hue
300°
Saturation
19.74 %.
Lightness
70.20 %.

RYB

RYB(38, 46, 57)
Red
38 (14.9%)
Yellow
46 (18.0%)
Blue
57 (22.5%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
300°
Saturation
15.46 %.
Brightness / Value
76.08 %.

HWB

H: 300°

W: 64.31 %

B: 23.92 %

XYZ

X : 45.26

Y : 41.92

Z : 56.74

YXY

Y1 : 41.92

X : 0.31

Y2 : 0.29

CMY

C : 23.92%

M : 35.69%

Y : 23.92%


LRV

~ 41.9 %

Munsell Color System

8.7P 6.9/3.8

CIE-Lab

L : 70.81

A : 16.26

B : -11.27

CIE-Lch

L : 70.81

C : 19.78

H : 325.27

CIE-Luv

L : 70.81

U : 15.29

V : -19.78

Hunter-Lab

L : 64.74

A : 11.49

B : -6.65






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Novel Lilac (SW 6836) (Paint - Sherwin Williams)


Here are the colors similar to Novel Lilac (SW 6836) (Paint - Sherwin Williams). 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.



#C8A2C8
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ΔE - 2.77 (97.2% similar)
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ΔE - 4.12 (95.9% similar)
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Pastel Lilac
ΔE - 5.87 (94.1% similar)
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ΔE - 5.96 (94.0% similar)





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


RAL Design


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to RAL Design




Pantone TCX


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Pantone TCX




Pantone PMS


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Pantone PMS


#B59DBB
PANTONE 2078 C
ΔE - 2.98 (97.0% similar)
#CCAED0
PANTONE 7437 C
ΔE - 3.08 (96.9% similar)
#CEA7C2
PANTONE 4079 C
ΔE - 3.08 (96.9% similar)
#D0B0CB
PANTONE 4080 C
ΔE - 3.57 (96.4% similar)


British Standard 4800


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to British Standard 4800


#D5AFBB
BS 24-C-35 - Pink
ΔE - 7.46 (92.5% similar)





Paint similar to Novel Lilac (SW 6836) (Paint - Sherwin Williams)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Novel Lilac (SW 6836) (Paint - Sherwin Williams). 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.


Sherwin Williams


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Sherwin Williams


#C2A4C2
Novel Lilac (SW 6836)
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#CAB2D2
Free Spirit (SW 6973)
ΔE - 4.01 (96.0% similar)
#B3A1C6
Berry Frappé (SW 9068)
ΔE - 4.72 (95.3% similar)
#C0AFD0
Magical (SW 6829)
ΔE - 4.76 (95.2% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Benjamin Moore


#CCACCA
Purple Easter Egg (2073-50)
ΔE - 2.40 (97.6% similar)
#CCAEC5
Angelina (1376)
ΔE - 3.50 (96.5% similar)
#B498BD
Hydrangea (1390)
ΔE - 4.23 (95.8% similar)
#BDABC2
Lavender Lipstick (2072-50)
ΔE - 4.28 (95.7% similar)


Valspar


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Valspar


#C2A6CC
Meadow Thistle (V038-3)
ΔE - 2.67 (97.3% similar)
#CAA6CF
Plink (4001-10A)
ΔE - 3.44 (96.6% similar)
#C49BBF
La La Love (1003-3C)
ΔE - 3.45 (96.6% similar)
#CDA8BE
Tranquil Dusk (V039-3)
ΔE - 3.76 (96.2% similar)





Behr


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Behr


#BBA7C7
Cyber Grape (M570-4)
ΔE - 3.14 (96.9% similar)
#B8A3BB
Svelte (M100-3)
ΔE - 3.27 (96.7% similar)
#C4A1CB
Lover'S Knot (P100-4)
ΔE - 3.48 (96.5% similar)
#BA97B1
Cherished (M110-4)
ΔE - 4.10 (95.9% similar)


PPG Paints


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to PPG Paints


#C9AFD0
Windsor Purple (PPG1249-4)
ΔE - 3.26 (96.7% similar)
#C2AEC3
Lavish Lavender (PPG1177-4)
ΔE - 4.52 (95.5% similar)
#CFB1D8
Sea Lavender (PPG1250-4)
ΔE - 4.58 (95.4% similar)
#C2B1C8
Purple Essence (PPG1176-4)
ΔE - 5.19 (94.8% similar)


Dunn-Edwards


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Novel Lilac (SW 6836) to Dunn-Edwards


#BB9ECA
Purple Prophet (DE 5983)
ΔE - 4.51 (95.5% similar)
#B19BB0
Veiled Violet (DE 5976)
ΔE - 4.89 (95.1% similar)
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Purple Springs (DE 5955)
ΔE - 5.69 (94.3% similar)








Color Combinations


View more Novel Lilac (SW 6836) - #C2A4C2 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


Novel Lilac (SW 6836) - #C2A4C2 Color Images and Patterns


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Explore Named Colors



#C2A4C2
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#7DB5D3
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#7C9AB5
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#7498BE
Lobelia (SW 6809)
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#A7B2D4
Awesome Violet (SW 6815)
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#AFA5C7
Forever Lilac (SW 9067)
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#B3A1C6
Berry Frappé (SW 9068)
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#A785A7
Baroness (SW 6837)
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#5A9EC0
Jacaranda (SW 6802)
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#6B8CA9
Scanda (SW 6529)
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#8B98C4
Dahlia (SW 6816)
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