What is the HEX code for Dulux Earl Blue?

The hexadecimal color code for Dulux Earl Blue undertone is #A0A9AE .

What is the RGB code of Dulux Earl Blue?

RGB code is 160, 169, 174 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Dulux Earl Blue 90BG 41/040

Q: Is Dulux Earl Blue 90BG 41/040 cool or warm?

Dulux 90BG 41/040 Earl Blue is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Dulux Earl Blue undertones?

Blue is Dulux Earl Blue undertone color.

Code:	90BG 41/040
Name:	Earl Blue
Brand:	Dulux

What color is Dulux Earl Blue?

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What are Dulux Earl Blue undertones?

The undertone of Earl Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#A0A9AE

RGB code:

160, 169, 174

Is Dulux Earl Blue 90BG 41/040 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 201° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

90BG 41/040 Earl Blue HSL code: 201, 8%, 65%

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.
Using mid-tone cool colors like soft greys and muted blues can help create a calming and modern look in rooms like home offices, bathrooms, and bedrooms. But avoid using these shades in rooms without natural light, as they may look dull.

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 Earl Blue

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:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Earl Blue:

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

90BG 41/040
Earl Blue

Darker shades

90BG 41/040
Earl Blue

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 Earl Blue with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 21, such as Dulux Cocoa Blush 5 and Chalk Blush 3.

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Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#A0A9AE
RGB Decimal	160, 169, 174
RGB Percent	62.75%, 66.27%, 68.24%
HSV	Hue: 201° Saturation: 8.05% Value: 68.24%
HSL	hsl(201, 8, 65)
CMYK	Cyan: 8.05 Magenta: 2.87 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 31.76
YIQ	Y: 166.879 I: -6.97 Q: -0.348
XYZ	X: 36.323 Y: 38.905 Z: 45.629
CIE Lab	L:68.682 a:-2.169 b:-3.662
CIE Luv	L:68.682 u:-5.227 v:-5.055
Decimal	10529198
Hunter Lab	62.374, -5.206, 0.289