Dulux Green Ivy 10GY 49/081
| Code: | 10GY 49/081 |
| Name: | Green Ivy |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Green Ivy?
Let’s dive into a full Green Ivy paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 10GY 49/081. 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.
Green Ivy for living room
Check out this stunning Mid-tone color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Green shade can create a unique space
Green Ivy for exterior
Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Dulux Green Ivy reviews
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What are Dulux Green Ivy undertones?
The undertone of Green Ivy 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#B7B8A7
RGB code:
183, 184, 167
Is Dulux Green Ivy 10GY 49/081 cool or warm?
With a hue of 64° thisGreenrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
10GY 49/081 Green Ivy HSL code: 64, 11%, 69%
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 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 Green Ivy
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 Green shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Green Ivy:
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
10GY 49/081
Green Ivy
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 Green Ivy with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 244, such as Dulux Fragrant Cloud 5 and Lilac Heather 5.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #B7B8A7 | |
| RGB Decimal | 183, 184, 167 | |
| RGB Percent | 71.76%, 72.16%, 65.49% | |
| HSV | Hue: 64° Saturation: 9.24% Value: 72.16% | |
| HSL | hsl(64, 11, 69) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.54 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 9.24 Key: 27.84 | |
| YIQ | Y: 181.763 I: 4.867 Q: -5.502 | |
| XYZ | X: 43.643 Y: 47.139 Z: 43.348 | |
| CIE Lab | L:74.278 a:-3.391 b:8.522 | |
| CIE Luv | L:74.278 u:0.351 v:12.885 | |
| Decimal | 12040359 | |
| Hunter Lab | 68.658, -6.686, 10.626 |
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