Dulux Imperial Mauve 2 70BB 35/108

Code:70BB 35/108
Name:Imperial Mauve 2
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Imperial Mauve 2?

Let’s dive into a full Imperial Mauve 2 paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 70BB 35/108. 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.

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What are Dulux Imperial Mauve 2 undertones?

The undertone of Imperial Mauve 2 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:

#979FB2

RGB code:

151, 159, 178

Is Dulux Imperial Mauve 2 70BB 35/108 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
cool

With a hue of 222° thisBluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

70BB 35/108 Imperial Mauve 2 HSL code: 222, 15%, 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 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 Imperial Mauve 2

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 Blue shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Imperial Mauve 2:

Monochromatic color scheme

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

Darker shades

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 Imperial Mauve 2 with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 42, such as Dulux Vintage Coins and Nordic Bliss.

Color codes

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HEX#979FB2Copy color code
RGB Decimal151, 159, 178Copy color code
RGB Percent59.22%, 62.35%, 69.80%Copy color code
HSVHue: 222° Saturation: 15.17% Value: 69.8%Copy color code
HSLhsl(222, 15, 65)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 15.17 Magenta: 10.67 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 30.2Copy color code
YIQY: 158.774 I: -10.873 Q: 4.22Copy color code
XYZX: 33.194 Y: 34.589 Z: 47.035Copy color code
CIE LabL:65.428 a:1.128 b:-10.795Copy color code
CIE LuvL:65.428 u:-5.343 v:-16.343Copy color code
Decimal9936818Copy color code
Hunter Lab58.813, -2.176, -6.248Copy color code
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