Little Greene's Slaked Lime Deep 150 offers a rich beige hue, embodied in its RGB composition of 210, 199, 174. This particular shade exudes a warm and sophisticated atmosphere, making it ideal for creating an inviting and cozy ambiance. Its muted tones seamlessly complement a wide range of interior design styles, from contemporary to classic.
Color Description
Slaked Lime Deep 150 is a popular beige color with a slightly deeper hue, providing a warm and neutral backdrop. It is made with a combination of mineral pigments, giving it a lovely warm feeling.
Undertones
- This color has undertones of umber, which contribute to its warm and soft appearance.
Color Values
- Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 61 – indicates a moderate level of light reflectance.
Usage
This color is versatile and can be used on various surfaces. It is recommended to use it with other tones within the Slaked Lime Family, such as:
- Slaked Lime 105
- Slaked Lime Dark 151
- Slaked Lime Mid 149
It can also be paired with other complementing colors like Portland Stone Dark, Drummond, and related neutrals such as Serpentine and Dolphin. Slaked Lime Deep 150 is suitable for interior walls, ceilings, and can be used in color schemes that include both other neutrals and contrasting accent colors.
Atmosphere
Slaked Lime Deep 150 creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it ideal for creating a cozy and welcoming space. It can be used to formulate a tonal scheme or paired with deeper neutrals to achieve a cocooning feel.
Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 Color Alternative
Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 has been admired in contemporary design for its distinctive blend of brightness and warmth, seamlessly complementing both modern and traditional palettes. Color alternative for Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 are: Tikkurila Dream X459, Dulux Raw Cashmere 40YY 60/103, and Dulux Crispy Crumble 30YY 58/082, each offering unique tonal variations while preserving a comparable visual impact. Utilizing any of these options allows designers and homeowners to maintain the elegant sophistication of Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 while exploring creative avenues for tailored interior expressions.
Bathroom
For a bathroom, Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 provides a refined and vibrant color option that can enhance the space when paired with carefully chosen paint finishes. Designers suggest using finishes specially formulated to combat the challenges of a bathroom environment, where steam, condensation, and regular cleaning demand a robust and maintainable surface.
The recommended finishes offer impressive benefits such as excellent washability, rapid drying times, and exceptional toughness. Applying these specialized finishes and allowing proper drying and curing time ensures that the painted walls achieve lasting durability and resistance to the moisture and wear typical in bathrooms.
Bedroom
For a bedroom, Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep 150 sets a stylish tone when combined with soft neutrals to create a harmonious and sophisticated look. The scheme is enhanced by incorporating Warm White 2005 to cultivate a calming atmosphere and accents in Grey Stone 276 to introduce visual contrast.
Alongside the aesthetically pleasing color combinations, the finishes available—such as Absolute Matt Emulsion for a durable, ultra-low sheen effect or Absolute Flat Emulsion for a chalky, characterful appearance—offer tailored options to suit different design preferences and functional needs, ensuring a peaceful and welcoming bedroom environment.
Kitchen
For a kitchen color scheme, Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep offers a practical option with its intelligent matt finish that stands up to high-traffic use while ensuring easy cleaning. Its low-sheen, quick-drying formula supports an environment-friendly and low-odor application ideal for busy household spaces.
To create a refined ambiance, this color pairs beautifully with soft neutrals for a harmonious backdrop. Complementing it with accent tones can introduce contrast and depth, resulting in a cohesive and sophisticated kitchen design that balances style with functional upkeep.
Living Room
The living room is transformed by Little Greene Slaked Lime Deep, creating a serene and welcoming retreat. It harmonizes beautifully with soft neutrals like Warm White 2005 and can be paired with contrasting accents such as Grey Stone 276 to add depth.
This color belongs to the Colour Scales collection and is offered in a range of finishes, each with its own sheen level to suit the desired ambiance. It also works seamlessly with complementary products designed for woodwork and traditional finishes, while providing efficient coverage with its sample pot option to help ensure the perfect match for your space.
Outdoor
Slaked Lime Deep offers a distinctive home outdoor color, though its original formulation is intended for interior use. For projects that call for this striking hue on exterior elements, it’s important to source a product specifically formulated to withstand outdoor conditions.
Little Greene’s exterior range, including the Intelligent Exterior Eggshell Paint, provides a durable finish that resists weathering, mould, and algae. When matching this tone for outdoor applications, ensuring proper tinting and testing with a sample is essential to confirm that the color adapts well to natural light and environmental conditions.
