Dulux Forest Lake 1 70YY 21/335

Code:70YY 21/335
Name:Forest Lake 1
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Forest Lake 1?

Let’s dive into a full Forest Lake 1 paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 70YY 21/335. Find out if this gorgeous warm green 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 Forest Lake 1 undertones?

The undertone of Forest Lake 1 can be accurately described as a Yellow 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#867B3D

RGB code:

134, 123, 61

Is Dulux Forest Lake 1 70YY 21/335 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 51° thisdark greenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

70YY 21/335 Forest Lake 1 HSL code: 51, 37%, 38%

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 green shades evoke a sense of nature and comfort, creating a welcoming and soothing environment ideal for living rooms, kitchens, and bedrooms.
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

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 Forest Lake 1

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 dark green shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Forest Lake 1:

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 Forest Lake 1 with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 231, such as Dulux Fragrant Cloud 5 and Lilac Heather 5.

Color codes

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FormatCode
HEX#867B3DCopy color code
RGB Decimal134, 123, 61Copy color code
RGB Percent52.55%, 48.24%, 23.92%Copy color code
HSVHue: 51° Saturation: 54.48% Value: 52.55%Copy color code
HSLhsl(51, 37, 38)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 8.21 Yellow: 54.48 Key: 47.45Copy color code
YIQY: 119.221 I: 26.478 Q: -16.967Copy color code
XYZX: 17.757 Y: 19.572 Z: 7.256Copy color code
CIE LabL:51.35 a:-4.465 b:35.035Copy color code
CIE LuvL:51.35 u:10.276 v:40.366Copy color code
Decimal8813373Copy color code
Hunter Lab44.24, -5.773, 21.244Copy color code
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