Sage, a sophisticated blend of greens and subtle grays, evokes a calming and grounded ambiance in any space. The Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169, with its RGB composition of 190,197,184, captures this essence beautifully, offering a versatile option for both modern and traditional interiors. Its muted tones harmonize effortlessly with nature-inspired elements, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere.
Color Description
Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 is a beautiful, warm green-grey paint color. It is the deepest shade within the neutral Pearl Colour family and has been used since the 18th century.
Undertones
The color has undertones of green and grey, giving it a unique and harmonious appearance.
Color Values
The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Pearl Colour - Dark 169 is 50, indicating it is a relatively dark shade.
Usage
This paint is suitable for use on walls and ceilings, and it works well on plaster and plasterboard surfaces. It can be used as a statement wall color or paired with other tones from the Pearl Colour family for a harmonious scheme. Accents in Sage-94 or Midnight Blue-501 can complement it for a bold and dramatic look.
Atmosphere
The color creates a bold and dramatic atmosphere, making it ideal for those seeking a rich and intense aesthetic. The warm green-grey tone adds depth and character to any room.
Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 Color Alternative
Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 is renowned for its deep, captivating tone that offers a timeless aesthetic in any interior or exterior design. For those seeking a subtle shift in ambience while preserving a similar depth, alternatives like Tikkurila Flannel J446, Tikkurila K494, and Tikkurila J499 provide a refined selection that complements the original beautifully. These carefully chosen Tikkurila options ensure that the resulting palette maintains an elegant balance, meeting both classic and modern design sensibilities.
Bathroom
Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 makes a striking choice for a bathroom, offering an enduring backdrop that handles steam and condensation effectively. Using either Intelligent Matt Emulsion or Intelligent Eggshell finish enhances its performance, with the Intelligent Matt Emulsion providing a low-sheen, fully washable option ideal for areas of frequent use.
Intelligent Eggshell presents a slightly higher sheen while still ensuring robust protection against moisture and everyday wear. Both finishes are water-based, quick-drying, and certified child-safe, ensuring a lasting and beautiful application for demanding bathroom conditions.
Bedroom
In a bedroom setting, Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark sets a sophisticated and luxurious tone, perfect for creating a statement wall or an all-over backdrop that adds depth and warmth. When combined with soft neutrals like Soft White-10, it fosters a harmonious and calming environment, while accents such as Sage-94 or Midnight Blue-501 can inject a bolder flair into the space.
This deep hue works especially well in smaller bedrooms with limited natural light, as it embraces the room's intimate character without trying to visually enlarge it. Additionally, coordinating adjacent surfaces with complementary tones from the same collection—such as a lighter counterpart—enhances a classic, refined style throughout the room.
Kitchen
For a kitchen color scheme, Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 sets a refined tone that pairs beautifully with complementary accents like muted neutrals and deeper shades for a harmonious yet striking ambiance. The pairing with softer tones creates a calming atmosphere, while bolder accents bring in an element of drama.
The paint offers a range of finishes designed for high-traffic environments, providing properties that make cleaning easier, resist stains, and promote child safety. With options suited for walls, ceilings, and busy woodwork surfaces such as cabinets and doors, these finishes help inhibit mould and algal growth, making them especially well-suited for kitchen areas.
Living Room
For a living room, Little Greene Pearl Colour - Dark 169 creates a refined backdrop that pairs beautifully with a mix of softer neutrals like Soft White-10 or Pearl Colour Pale 167 for a calm balance. Incorporating accent hues such as Sage-94 or Midnight Blue-501 adds a bold touch, while complementary tones like Joanna, Mirror, Livid, and Ambleside enrich the overall aesthetic, with Canton offering a striking point of contrast.
Testing the chosen combination with a sample pot is encouraged, as observing the interaction of the paint with natural and artificial light in your specific space ensures the final result meets your vision.
Outdoor
For home outdoor settings, Little Greene Pearl Colour – Dark 169 offers a rich, deep hue ideal for enhancing exteriors. It works seamlessly with the Intelligent Exterior Eggshell finish, a quick-drying, water-based application that eliminates the need for a separate primer on bare wood. This finish is designed to be self-priming on new and bare wood and can be applied on suitably prepared metalwork, providing a durable, flexible coating that resists weather, mould, and algae while imparting a subtle low sheen.
For projects involving exterior masonry, Intelligent Masonry paint offers a similarly robust solution. Engineered to be washable and protective against mould and algae, it complements the Little Greene range by delivering reliable weather resistance and ease of maintenance on masonry surfaces.
