Dulux Cloudy Dreams 11GY 85/016
| Code: | 11GY 85/016 |
| Name: | Cloudy Dreams |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Cloudy Dreams?
Let’s dive into a full Cloudy Dreams paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 11GY 85/016. Find out if this gorgeous warm grey 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 Cloudy Dreams undertones?
The undertone of Cloudy Dreams can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#ECEDE7
RGB code:
236, 237, 231
Is Dulux Cloudy Dreams 11GY 85/016 cool or warm?
With a hue of 70° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
11GY 85/016 Cloudy Dreams HSL code: 70, 14%, 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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
- Warm green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
- 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 Cloudy Dreams
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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Cloudy Dreams:
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
11GY 85/016
Cloudy Dreams
Darker shades
11GY 85/016
Cloudy Dreams
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 Cloudy Dreams with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 250, such as Dulux Midnight Iris 4 and Brooklyn Nights 1.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #ECEDE7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 236, 237, 231 | |
| RGB Percent | 92.55%, 92.94%, 90.59% | |
| HSV | Hue: 70° Saturation: 2.53% Value: 92.94% | |
| HSL | hsl(70, 14, 92) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.42 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 2.53 Key: 7.06 | |
| YIQ | Y: 236.017 I: 1.332 Q: -2.079 | |
| XYZ | X: 79.297 Y: 84.171 Z: 87.649 | |
| CIE Lab | L:93.525 a:-1.391 b:2.788 | |
| CIE Luv | L:93.525 u:-0.233 v:4.507 | |
| Decimal | 15527399 | |
| Hunter Lab | 91.745, -6.272, 7.578 |
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