Dulux African Adventure 1 23YR 08/237
| Code: | 23YR 08/237 |
| Name: | African Adventure 1 |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux African Adventure 1?
Let’s dive into a full African Adventure 1 paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 23YR 08/237. Find out if this gorgeous warm red paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
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What are Dulux African Adventure 1 undertones?
The undertone of African Adventure 1 can be accurately described as a Red hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#6F3B33
RGB code:
111, 59, 51
Is Dulux African Adventure 1 23YR 08/237 cool or warm?
With a hue of 8° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
23YR 08/237 African Adventure 1 HSL code: 8, 37%, 32%
Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm red shades add a vibrant and passionate touch to a room, creating a dynamic and energetic atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, living rooms, and accent walls.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.
How light temperature affects African Adventure 1
Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.
In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:
| Direction of sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark red shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux African Adventure 1:
Monochromatic color scheme
This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.
Lighter shades
23YR 08/237
African Adventure 1
Darker shades
23YR 08/237
African Adventure 1
Complementary color scheme
This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color African Adventure 1 with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 188, such as Dulux Misty Morning and Denim Drift.
23YR 08/237
African Adventure 1
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #6F3B33 | |
| RGB Decimal | 111, 59, 51 | |
| RGB Percent | 43.53%, 23.14%, 20.00% | |
| HSV | Hue: 8° Saturation: 54.05% Value: 43.53% | |
| HSL | hsl(8, 37, 32) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 46.85 Yellow: 54.05 Key: 56.47 | |
| YIQ | Y: 73.636 I: 33.558 Q: 8.51 | |
| XYZ | X: 8.718 Y: 6.747 Z: 3.974 | |
| CIE Lab | L:31.225 a:21.933 b:15.078 | |
| CIE Luv | L:31.225 u:35.856 v:12.189 | |
| Decimal | 7289651 | |
| Hunter Lab | 25.976, 14.448, 9.111 |
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