Dulux Cotton Thread
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| Name: | Cotton Thread |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Cotton Thread?
Let’s dive into a full Cotton Thread paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful Cotton Thread. 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 Cotton Thread undertones?
The undertone of Cotton Thread 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#F7F0DF
RGB code:
247, 240, 223
Is Dulux Cotton Thread cool or warm?
With a hue of 42° thisGreyrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
Cotton Thread HSL code: 42, 60%, 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 yellow shades bring a sunny and cheerful atmosphere to a space, making it feel lively and welcoming, perfect for kitchens, living rooms, and play areas.
- Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
- 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 Cotton Thread
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 Cotton Thread:
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
Cotton Thread
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 Cotton Thread with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 222, such as Dulux Breton Blue and Indigo Night.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #F7F0DF | |
| RGB Decimal | 247, 240, 223 | |
| RGB Percent | 96.86%, 94.12%, 87.45% | |
| HSV | Hue: 42° Saturation: 9.72% Value: 96.86% | |
| HSL | hsl(42, 60, 92) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 2.83 Yellow: 9.72 Key: 3.14 | |
| YIQ | Y: 240.155 I: 9.634 Q: -3.81 | |
| XYZ | X: 82.835 Y: 87.423 Z: 82.303 | |
| CIE Lab | L:94.917 a:-0.496 b:9.051 | |
| CIE Luv | L:94.917 u:5.013 v:13.704 | |
| Decimal | 16249055 | |
| Hunter Lab | 93.5, -5.487, 13.261 |
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