Dulux Cocoa Powder / Open House
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| Name: | Cocoa Powder |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Cocoa Powder?
Let’s dive into a full Cocoa Powder paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful Cocoa Powder. Find out if this gorgeous warm beige 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 Cocoa Powder undertones?
The undertone of Cocoa Powder 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#857873
RGB code:
133, 120, 115
Is Dulux Cocoa Powder cool or warm?
With a hue of 17° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
Cocoa Powder HSL code: 17, 7%, 49%
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.
- 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 Cocoa Powder
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 brown shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Cocoa Powder:
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
Cocoa Powder
Darker shades
Cocoa Powder
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 Cocoa Powder with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 197, such as Dulux Misty Morning and Denim Drift.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #857873 | |
| RGB Decimal | 133, 120, 115 | |
| RGB Percent | 52.16%, 47.06%, 45.10% | |
| HSV | Hue: 17° Saturation: 13.53% Value: 52.16% | |
| HSL | hsl(17, 7, 49) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 9.77 Yellow: 13.53 Key: 47.84 | |
| YIQ | Y: 123.317 I: 9.353 Q: 1.194 | |
| XYZ | X: 19.483 Y: 19.658 Z: 18.983 | |
| CIE Lab | L:51.448 a:4.088 b:4.561 | |
| CIE Luv | L:51.448 u:8.063 v:5.453 | |
| Decimal | 8747123 | |
| Hunter Lab | 44.337, 0.85, 5.651 |
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Intense Truffle
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Nether Red
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