Dulux Candy Cream 90YR 84/076

Code:90YR 84/076
Name:Candy Cream
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Candy Cream?

Let’s dive into a full Candy Cream paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 90YR 84/076. Find out if this gorgeous warm pink 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 Candy Cream undertones?

The undertone of Candy Cream 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#F8E8DC

RGB code:

248, 232, 220

Is Dulux Candy Cream 90YR 84/076 cool or warm?

warm
Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 26° thisPinkrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

90YR 84/076 Candy Cream HSL code: 26, 67%, 92%

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 pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
  • 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 Candy Cream

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 sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this Pink shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Candy Cream:

Monochromatic color scheme

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.

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

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 Candy Cream with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 206, such as Dulux Glacial Spring and Teal Lux.

Color codes

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HEX#F8E8DCCopy color code
RGB Decimal248, 232, 220Copy color code
RGB Percent97.25%, 90.98%, 86.27%Copy color code
HSVHue: 26° Saturation: 11.29% Value: 97.25%Copy color code
HSLhsl(26, 67, 92)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.45 Yellow: 11.29 Key: 2.75Copy color code
YIQY: 235.416 I: 13.391 Q: -0.35Copy color code
XYZX: 80.484 Y: 82.838 Z: 79.44Copy color code
CIE LabL:92.944 a:3.451 b:7.785Copy color code
CIE LuvL:92.944 u:10.086 v:11.061Copy color code
Decimal16312540Copy color code
Hunter Lab91.015, -1.431, 11.961Copy color code
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