LRV Guru™ App from The Land of Color
C O L O R M U S E
LRV Guru™ is integrated with Variable, Inc. Color Muse.
A hand-held color sensor that integrates cutting-edge light technology
to compute accurate color values, regardless of ambient light.
WHAT:
The LRV Guru app assists with calculating color contrast ratios. It does the math for you. Scan samples with a tool called the Color Muse (info below) or enter manufacturer LRV data. LRV is an acronym that stands for Light Reflectance Value. LRV is a measurement that tells you how much light a color reflects. LRV runs on a scale from 0% black to 100% white.
NOTE: You cannot take a picture of a color with your smartphone or camera and ascertain LRV. A picture of a color is just a captured image, it is NOT A MEASUREMENT! You must use a Color Muse hand-held colorimeter to measure color.
WHO:
Color consultants, architects, graphic designers, sign makers, lighting and interior designers use LRV data in several stages of color design planning. Homeowners should use LRV as a benchmark as they choose colors because LRV indicates how much two colors will contrast or blend as well as how light or dark a color could look and feel once applied to walls.
WHERE:
Careful planning for proper visual ergonomics is paramount in color design for the built environment. Human supportive color palettes are important because the average observer will see hue differences first, chroma differences second, and contrast, lightness differences last. Examples where this is applied are doorways, ramps, steps, signage, and work surfaces.WHY:
Meeting LRV specifications is critical to maintain the integrity of exterior architectural elements like doors and vinyl siding. In addition, guidelines for LRV contrast ratios exist in many industries and are intended to ensure good visual ergonomics for everyone especially the visually impaired.HOW:
There is a standard mathematical formula predicated on LRV data points that has been used for decades to calculate the color contrast ratio between two colors. The LRV Guru app performs that calculation for you. Enter known manufacturer LRV data points if you have them or use the Color Muse (info below) to scan swatches of colors.MAJOR FEATURE
LRV Guru’s default contrast ratio is set at 70% because it is the most commonly applied guideline. A significant bonus feature of the app is that the contrast ratio can be adjusted by tapping “settings” and positioning the slide bar as desired.
TOOLS – D65 Illuminant 2° Observer
LRV Guru™ is integrated with the Color Muse. A hand-held color sensor that integrates cutting-edge light technology to compute accurate spectral values, regardless of ambient light.
Accurate color captures for color professionals to quickly match paint, textiles, carpet, tile, accessories and more. The Color Muse device is cutting-edge color scanning technology that allows you to scan smooth or textured surfaces. … Scan colors and instantly find hue family, LRV, value, and chroma!
ACCURACY
• 90%+ match on fan decks
• <1 dE avg. on 2000 colors
• <0.25 dE avg. inter-instrument agreement
MEASUREMENT
•4mm diameter area
• D65 Illuminant
• 2 degree standard observer
•45/0 measuring optics
• White calibration cap
TECHNOLOGY
•Tri-stimulus XYZ sensor
• Full Spoectrum white LEDs
• Patented and patent pending color algorithms
COLOR FORMATS
•CIELAB
• LCh
•sRGB
•HEX
• and more
COMPATIBLE DEVICES
•iPhone 5 or newer
• iPad 3rd gen or newer
•Color Muse Only – Android 5.0 or newer
•must have Bluetooth 4.x
BATTERY LIFE
•280 mAh lithium-polymer
• 3,000 scans
•6 months standby time
•SB charging
WEIGHT AND SIZE
•1.08 inch /27.5mm diameter
• 2.17 inch/ 55mm tall
•1 oz / 29g weight
•USB charging
CONNECTIVITY
•Bluetooth 4.1
• USB
Stop guessing about color and start controlling it – buy Color Muse and LRV Guru now!
LRV Guru™ + Color Muse = Unmatched Color Power!
NOTE: You cannot take a picture of a color with your tablet, smartphone, or camera and ascertain LRV. A picture of a color is just a captured image, it is NOT A MEASUREMENT! You must use a Color Muse hand-held colorimeter to measure color.
LEGAL
IMPORTANT! Defer to LRV data provided by manufacturer if available.
Disclaimer: Color Strategies, LLC is an Amazon affiliate.
Download PDF: LRV GURU LEGAL DISCLAIMER
Data values captured with Color Muse and ratios ascertained using LRV Guru app are reasonably informative guidelines. Use a certified color lab for requirements beyond reasonably informative guidelines.
HI! Purchased the color muse and love it! very accurate thus far. I’ve tested it against known BM paints currently in my house and possession. What I’m unsure about is learning more about it. I understand this isn’t your device but can you point me in the right direction to understand its capabilities? I need instructions!
Millicent
Hi Millicent,
How about a webinar where I show you step by step how to use Color Muse and LRV Guru – do you think that would help?
Unfortunately, my Color Muse isn’t synching to your app. Please advise.
Hi April,
We just pinged the app and signed on from two devices – all is working on our end of the app.
Some troubleshooting ideas for your Color Muse:
1. Make sure it’s charged
2. Make sure it’s not connected to another app
3. Try closing and relaunching the app