1. oranges
2. light-muteds
3. Limewash

Color Limewash orange (#dbd5cb):
HEX, RGB color codes for HTML and CSS

The Comprehensive Guide to Limewash orange (#dbd5cb):
Its Meaning and Harmonious Color Matches in Design.

Hue Family:
oranges

oranges Family:
light-muted

Saturation:
almost gray

Tones:
light-toned

Shade:
light

Temperature:
warm

Chromaticity:
near-grayscale

Chroma:
low chroma

Color Information about Limewash / #dbd5cb

The HTML HEX code is #dbd5cb. The corresponding color name is "Limewash". In RGB values (additive color space used for Digital Displays), this HEX code translates to Red (R): 219%, Green (G): 213%, Blue (B): 203%. In the CMYK color model (subtractive color model used in printing), it is represented by Cyan (C): 0%, Magenta (M): 3%, Yellow (Y):7%, Black (K): 14%. In the HSL color space, #dbd5cb has a hue of 38°, saturation of 18%, and lightness of 83%. The HSV representation is 38° for hue, 7% for saturation, and 86% for value.

In the CIE-LAB color space, the color is denoted by L* (lightness) = 85, a* (green to red) = 0, and b* (blue to yellow) = 6. The XYZ representation is X: 64, Y: 67, Z: 66. In the YUV color space, it translates to Y (luminance) = 0.8379, U (chrominance) = -0.0206, and V (chrominance) = 0.0184.

The decimal value of the color is 14407115. The closest Web-safe HEX code is #CCCCCC. Variations of the colour are #FFFFFF for a 20% lighter version and #B2A590 for a 20% darker version.

For the color with hex value #dbd5cb, the correlated color temperature (CT) is estimated to be 5878 Kelvin (5878K).

The approximate wavelength of #dbd5cb is around 624.00nm.

The Depth and Diversity of Limewash (Hex: #dbd5cb): Exploring its Impact in Design and Culture

The color Limewash (#dbd5cb) resembles the soft, earthy tones found in weathered limestone. Its warm and neutral hue evokes feelings of tranquility and timelessness. Limewash is reminiscent of aged architectural structures, like ancient stone walls and ruins, providing a sense of history and grounding. It is also reminiscent of delicate seashells, with their subtle shades of beige and cream. This color seamlessly integrates with natural elements, complementing both lush green foliage and sandy beaches. Limewash adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to any design, making it a versatile choice for both contemporary and traditional aesthetics.

Tints and Shades of #dbd5cb HEX color (Limewash)

In color theory, tints and shades are essential for understanding the depth and luminosity of colors. A tint is achieved by adding white to a pure hue, lightening its appearance. Conversely, a shade results from blending black with a color, giving it a deeper tone. In the context of #dbd5cb, this color stands at the center between its tints and shades. While the tints get progressively lighter moving towards white (#ffffff), the shades deepen towards black (#000000).

• #ffffff
• #F6F5F2
• #EDEAE5
• #E4E0D8
• #dbd5cb
• #A4A098
• #6E6B66
• #373533
• #000000

Tones of Limewash (#dbd5cb HEX color)

A tone is produced by adding gray to any pure hue. In the case of #dbd5cb, #b7b3ad is the less saturated color, while #dbd5cb is the most saturated one.

• #b7b3ad
• #c0bcb5
• #c9c4bc
• #d2cdc4
• #dbd5cb
• #817869
• #817665
• #817561
• #81735d

HTML Usage Examples

<p style="color: #dbd5cb;">This is a css example</p>

p { color: #dbd5cb; }

.text {color:#dbd5cb;}

.background {background-color:#dbd5cb;}

.border {border:1px solid #dbd5cb;}