Color Information
HEX
#DDB8B2
RGB
221, 184, 178
LAB
77.8, 12.3, 8.0
Product Code
6447
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Conch Shell catalog data
More from Folk ArtConch Shell by Folk Art (product code 6447) is cataloged as acrylic, Acrylic Colors in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #DDB8B2, RGB 221/184/178, and CIELAB 77.8/12.3/8.0. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 13 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.
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Technical Color Analysis
Conch Shell is a light red with light value (L*: 77.8). This warm color has muted saturation (chroma: 14.7), making it excellent for highlights and focal points and great for realistic, weathered effects.
Light
warm
Muted
Bright color good for edge highlights, light sources, and focal point emphasis.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Subtle, understated color. Excellent for realistic effects, weathering, and natural materials.
Recommended Undercoats
White or Light Grey
Light colors cover best and show truest over light primers
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Light value suitable for first highlights or overall brightening
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a highlight in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers