Dulux Chocolate Fountain

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Name:Chocolate Fountain
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Chocolate Fountain?

Let’s dive into a full Chocolate Fountain paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful Chocolate Fountain. 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 Chocolate Fountain undertones?

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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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

#7A4D3A

RGB code:

122, 77, 58

Is Dulux Chocolate Fountain cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 18° thisdark redrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Chocolate Fountain HSL code: 18, 36%, 35%

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 Chocolate Fountain

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 dark red shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Chocolate Fountain:

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.

Lighter shades

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 Chocolate Fountain with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 198, such as Dulux Misty Morning and Denim Drift.

Color codes

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HEX#7A4D3ACopy color code
RGB Decimal122, 77, 58Copy color code
RGB Percent47.84%, 30.20%, 22.75%Copy color code
HSVHue: 18° Saturation: 52.46% Value: 47.84%Copy color code
HSLhsl(18, 36, 35)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 36.89 Yellow: 52.46 Key: 52.16Copy color code
YIQY: 88.289 I: 32.921 Q: 3.606Copy color code
XYZX: 11.444 Y: 9.752 Z: 5.281Copy color code
CIE LabL:37.393 a:16.756 b:19.118Copy color code
CIE LuvL:37.393 u:32.037 v:18.147Copy color code
Decimal8015162Copy color code
Hunter Lab31.228, 10.767, 11.832Copy color code
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