Dulux Frosted Steel / Mineral Haze 3 / 30BB 72/040
| Code: | 30BB 72/040 |
| Name: | Frosted Steel |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Frosted Steel?
Let’s dive into a full Frosted Steel paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 30BB 72/040. 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.
Frosted Steel for living room
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Dulux 30BB 72/040 for bathroom
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What are Dulux Frosted Steel undertones?
The undertone of Frosted Steel 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#D6DCE0
RGB code:
214, 220, 224
Is Dulux Frosted Steel 30BB 72/040 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 204° thisGreyrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
30BB 72/040 Frosted Steel HSL code: 204, 14%, 86%
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.
- 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 Frosted Steel
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:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Frosted Steel:
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
30BB 72/040
Frosted Steel
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 Frosted Steel with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 24, such as Dulux Cocoa Blush 5 and Chalk Blush 3.
Color codes
We have collected almost every possible color code you could ever need. To copy the code, just click the icon to the right of it.
| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #D6DCE0 |  |
| RGB Decimal | 214, 220, 224 | |
| RGB Percent | 83.92%, 86.27%, 87.84% | |
| HSV | Hue: 204° Saturation: 4.46% Value: 87.84% | |
| HSL | hsl(204, 14, 86) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 4.46 Magenta: 1.79 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 12.16 | |
| YIQ | Y: 218.662 I: -4.861 Q: -0.024 | |
| XYZ | X: 66.776 Y: 70.864 Z: 80.661 | |
| CIE Lab | L:87.419 a:-1.28 b:-2.658 | |
| CIE Luv | L:87.419 u:-3.544 v:-3.852 | |
| Decimal | 14081248 | |
| Hunter Lab | 84.181, -5.723, 2.116 | |
Color equivalents
Horizon View
Dulux
30BB 72/034
Atlantic Surf 6
Dulux
50BB 72/032
Moon Waves 6
Dulux
30BB 72/045
Wild Water 6
Dulux
10BB 73/026
Niagara Blues 6
Dulux
Calm Sea
Dulux
04BB 75/027
Snail Trail
Dulux
G500
Bungalow
Tikkurila
H498
Tikkurila
49BB 76/037
Mystic Mauve 6
Dulux
50BB 72/045
Morning Jewel 6
Dulux
70BB 73/030
Imperial Mauve 5
Dulux
52BB 75/036
Lilac Sapphire
Dulux
70BG 72/043
Celestial Cloud 6
Dulux
235
Borrowed Light
Farrow and Ball
72BG 75/023
Drifting Cloud
Dulux
314
Sizing
Farrow and Ball
Chiffon Silk
Dulux