Dulux Coastal Grey / Celestial Cloud 4 / Blue Charm / 70BG 56/061

Code:70BG 56/061
Name:Coastal Grey
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Coastal Grey?

Let’s dive into a full Coastal Grey paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 70BG 56/061. Find out if this gorgeous cold grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.

Coastal Grey for living room

Check out this stunning Light color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Grey shade can create a unique space

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Dulux 70BG 56/061 for bathroom

Looking for inspiration for your dream bathroom renovation project? These beautiful handpicked photos will show you this delightfully cool Light real bathrooms.

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Coastal Grey for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Dulux Coastal Grey reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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What are Dulux Coastal Grey undertones?

The undertone of Coastal Grey can be accurately described as a Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

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RGB code:

184, 199, 204

Is Dulux Coastal Grey 70BG 56/061 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 195° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

70BG 56/061 Coastal Grey HSL code: 195, 16%, 76%

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.

  • Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
  • Cool 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.
  • Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
  • Light, soft colors like pastel blues and greens make a room feel fresh and open. They're great for bathrooms, nurseries, and kitchens, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere. Just avoid using these colors in north-facing rooms, as they might feel too cold.

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 Coastal Grey

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 Grey shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Coastal Grey:

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 Coastal Grey with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 15, such as Dulux Soft Cinnebar 4 and Cocoa Blush 5.

Color codes

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HEX#B8C7CCCopy color code
RGB Decimal184, 199, 204Copy color code
RGB Percent72.16%, 78.04%, 80.00%Copy color code
HSVHue: 195° Saturation: 9.8% Value: 80.0%Copy color code
HSLhsl(195, 16, 76)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 9.8 Magenta: 2.45 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 20.0Copy color code
YIQY: 195.085 I: -10.545 Q: -1.617Copy color code
XYZX: 51.086 Y: 55.396 Z: 65.111Copy color code
CIE LabL:79.269 a:-4.112 b:-4.242Copy color code
CIE LuvL:79.269 u:-8.417 v:-5.742Copy color code
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Hunter Lab74.429, -7.731, 0.232Copy color code
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