Dulux Malt Chocolate / Expresso Delight 4 / 80YR 57/070
| Code: | 80YR 57/070 |
| Name: | Malt Chocolate |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Malt Chocolate?
The Dulux 1NR0095 Malt Chocolate color brings a sense of sophistication and warmth to any space. This rich and deep hue pairs beautifully with soft cream tones, adding contrast and depth to a room. Complementing it with shades of dusty blue or olive green can create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The Dulux 1NR0095 Malt Chocolate color effortlessly combines with natural wood finishes, enhancing its luxurious and timeless appeal.
Malt Chocolate for bedroom
We’ve hand-picked a beautiful collection of photos of this amazing Beige shade used in real bedrooms. Take a look and imagine how this wonderful warm Mid-tone paint color could transform your own bedroom space.
Malt Chocolate for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Beige shade can create a unique space
Dulux 80YR 57/070 for bathroom
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Dulux Malt Chocolate reviews
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What are Dulux Malt Chocolate undertones?
The undertone of Malt Chocolate 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D1C2B9
RGB code:
209, 194, 185
Is Dulux Malt Chocolate 80YR 57/070 cool or warm?
With a hue of 22° thisBeigerefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
80YR 57/070 Malt Chocolate HSL code: 22, 21%, 77%
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.
- Warm pink shades offer a cheerful and inviting ambiance, making spaces feel cozy and vibrant, perfect for bedrooms, living rooms, and creative spaces.
- Warm mid-tone shades like terracotta and warm beige create a cozy and inviting atmosphere in living rooms, bedrooms, and kitchens. They can brighten up spaces without being too overwhelming. However, it's best to avoid using these shades in very sunny rooms, as they can become too intense.
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 Malt Chocolate
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 Beige shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Malt Chocolate:
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
80YR 57/070
Malt Chocolate
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 Malt Chocolate with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 202, such as Dulux Misty Morning and Denim Drift.
LRV of Malt Chocolate
Malt Chocolate has an LRV of 57% and refers to Light colors that reflect most of the incident light. Why LRV is important?
Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).
Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 57%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #D1C2B9 | |
| RGB Decimal | 209, 194, 185 | |
| RGB Percent | 81.96%, 76.08%, 72.55% | |
| HSV | Hue: 22° Saturation: 11.48% Value: 81.96% | |
| HSL | hsl(22, 21, 77) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 7.18 Yellow: 11.48 Key: 18.04 | |
| YIQ | Y: 197.459 I: 11.831 Q: 0.372 | |
| XYZ | X: 54.342 Y: 55.643 Z: 53.763 | |
| CIE Lab | L:79.41 a:3.738 b:6.422 | |
| CIE Luv | L:79.41 u:9.418 v:8.751 | |
| Decimal | 13746873 | |
| Hunter Lab | 74.594, -0.502, 9.483 |
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