Dulux Bleached Lichen 3 40YY 67/087
| Code: | 40YY 67/087 |
| Name: | Bleached Lichen 3 |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Bleached Lichen 3?
Dulux 40YY 67/087 Bleached Lichen 3 is a soothing and versatile shade that exudes an earthy elegance in any space. This soft and subtle green with a hint of grey undertone adds a calming ambiance to a room, making it an ideal choice for bedrooms, living rooms, or home offices. Bleached Lichen 3 pairs beautifully with warm neutrals like ivory, taupe, and soft greys to create a harmonious and inviting atmosphere. Complement the color with natural wood accents, indoor plants, and metallic finishes to enhance its organic appeal. Embrace the timeless beauty of Bleached Lichen 3 to bring a touch of nature-inspired serenity into your interior design scheme.
Bleached Lichen 3 for living room
Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space
Dulux Bleached Lichen 3 reviews
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What are Dulux Bleached Lichen 3 undertones?
The undertone of Bleached Lichen 3 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#DDD3C2
RGB code:
221, 211, 194
Is Dulux Bleached Lichen 3 40YY 67/087 cool or warm?
With a hue of 38° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
40YY 67/087 Bleached Lichen 3 HSL code: 38, 28%, 81%
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 beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- To prevent a space from feeling too monotonous, consider pairing warm light shades with richer tones like deep greens or browns, or adding textures through fabrics and furnishings. Avoid using them in rooms with limited natural light, as they may appear too dull or yellowish
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 Bleached Lichen 3
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Bleached Lichen 3:
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
40YY 67/087
Bleached Lichen 3
Darker shades
40YY 67/087
Bleached Lichen 3
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 Bleached Lichen 3 with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 218, such as Dulux Smoke Grey and Mystic Mauve 6.
LRV of Bleached Lichen 3
Bleached Lichen 3 has an LRV of 65.75% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 65.75%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #ddd3c2 | |
| RGB Decimal | 221, 211, 194 | |
| RGB Percent | 86.67%, 82.75%, 76.08% | |
| HSV | Hue: 38° Saturation: 12.22% Value: 86.67% | |
| HSL | hsl(38, 28, 81) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.52 Yellow: 12.22 Key: 13.33 | |
| YIQ | Y: 212.052 I: 11.422 Q: -3.175 | |
| XYZ | X: 62.849 Y: 65.857 Z: 60.425 | |
| CIE Lab | L:84.923 a:0.588 b:9.651 | |
| CIE Luv | L:84.923 u:6.867 v:14.097 | |
| Decimal | 14537666 | |
| Hunter Lab | 81.152, -3.775, 12.66 |
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