Dulux Faded Indigo 90BG 17/090
| Code: | 90BG 17/090 |
| Name: | Faded Indigo |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Faded Indigo?
Let’s dive into a full Faded Indigo paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 90BG 17/090. Find out if this gorgeous cold blue paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
Faded Indigo for bedroom
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Faded Indigo for living room
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Dulux 90BG 17/090 for bathroom
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Dulux 90BG 17/090 on kitchen cabinets
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Dulux Faded Indigo reviews
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What are Dulux Faded Indigo undertones?
The undertone of Faded Indigo 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#5E717B
RGB code:
94, 113, 123
Is Dulux Faded Indigo 90BG 17/090 cool or warm?
With a hue of 201° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
90BG 17/090 Faded Indigo HSL code: 201, 13%, 43%
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 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.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Faded Indigo
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 dark blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Faded Indigo:
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 17/090
Faded Indigo
Darker shades
90BG 17/090
Faded Indigo
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 Faded Indigo 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.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #5E717B | |
| RGB Decimal | 94, 113, 123 | |
| RGB Percent | 36.86%, 44.31%, 48.24% | |
| HSV | Hue: 201° Saturation: 23.58% Value: 48.24% | |
| HSL | hsl(201, 13, 43) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 23.58 Magenta: 8.13 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 51.76 | |
| YIQ | Y: 108.459 I: -14.536 Q: -0.907 | |
| XYZ | X: 14.095 Y: 15.62 Z: 21.006 | |
| CIE Lab | L:46.471 a:-4.618 b:-7.855 | |
| CIE Luv | L:46.471 u:-10.142 v:-10.217 | |
| Decimal | 6189435 | |
| Hunter Lab | 39.522, -5.502, -3.848 |
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