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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#F8E8DC
RGB code:
248, 232, 220
Is Dulux Candy Cream 90YR 84/076 cool or warm?
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 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 Pink shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Candy Cream:
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
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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #F8E8DC | |
| RGB Decimal | 248, 232, 220 | |
| RGB Percent | 97.25%, 90.98%, 86.27% | |
| HSV | Hue: 26° Saturation: 11.29% Value: 97.25% | |
| HSL | hsl(26, 67, 92) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 6.45 Yellow: 11.29 Key: 2.75 | |
| YIQ | Y: 235.416 I: 13.391 Q: -0.35 | |
| XYZ | X: 80.484 Y: 82.838 Z: 79.44 | |
| CIE Lab | L:92.944 a:3.451 b:7.785 | |
| CIE Luv | L:92.944 u:10.086 v:11.061 | |
| Decimal | 16312540 | |
| Hunter Lab | 91.015, -1.431, 11.961 |
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