# Dulux Imperial Mauve 2

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/imperial-mauve-2](https://plan-home.com/color/imperial-mauve-2)

Dulux Imperial Mauve 2 70BB 35/108 is a muted blue-grey with a soft violet cast, giving it a cool, lightly smoky appearance. Its mid-tone depth is noticeable without making a room feel dark, especially when used across larger wall areas. In north-facing or low natural light, the grey-blue side may appear more pronounced, while warmer lighting can bring out its subdued lavender note. Imperial Mauve 2 suits bedrooms, studies, and calm living spaces, and it can also make a restrained statement on cabinetry or a painted feature wall. Pair it with soft white trim, pale oak, brushed nickel, charcoal accents, or dusty rose textiles for a layered, grounded palette.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Dulux
- **Color name:** Imperial Mauve 2
- **Color code:** 70BB 35/108
- **HEX:** #979FB2
- **RGB:** 151, 159, 178
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 222° Saturation: 15.17% Value: 69.8%
- **HSL:** hsl(222, 15, 65)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 15.17 Magenta: 10.67 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 30.2
- **YIQ:** Y: 158.774 I: -10.873 Q: 4.22
- **XYZ:** X: 33.194 Y: 34.589 Z: 47.035
- **CIE Lab:** L:65.428 a:1.128 b:-10.795
- **CIE Luv:** L:65.428 u:-5.343 v:-16.343
- **Decimal:** 9936818
- **Hunter Lab:** 58.813, -2.176, -6.248

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Dulux Moon Waves 3](https://plan-home.com/color/moon-waves-3)
- [Dulux Brooklyn Nights 3](https://plan-home.com/color/brooklyn-nights-3-)
- [Dulux Midnight Iris 2](https://plan-home.com/color/midnight-iris-2)
- [Dulux Morning Jewel 3](https://plan-home.com/color/morning-jewel-3)
- [Dulux Starlit Night 4](https://plan-home.com/color/starlit-night-4)
- [Dulux Marble Swirl 3](https://plan-home.com/color/marble-swirl-3)
- [Dulux Plush Velvet 6](https://plan-home.com/color/plush-velvet-6)
- [Dulux Sapphire Springs 6](https://plan-home.com/color/sapphire-springs-6)
- [Dulux Morning Jewel 4](https://plan-home.com/color/morning-jewel-4)
- [Dulux Martian Skies 6](https://plan-home.com/color/martian-skies-6)
- [Dulux Pressed Thistle](https://plan-home.com/color/pressed-thistle)
- [Tikkurila Agate](https://plan-home.com/color/agate-n500)
- [Tikkurila Panorama](https://plan-home.com/color/panorama-j428)
- [Dulux Violet Surprise 2](https://plan-home.com/color/violet-surprise-2)
- [Dulux Niagara Blues 3](https://plan-home.com/color/niagara-blues-3)
- [Dulux Mineral Haze 1](https://plan-home.com/color/mineral-haze-1)
- [Dulux Marble Swirl 4](https://plan-home.com/color/marble-swirl-4)
- [Tikkurila Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/rain-j490)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Dulux English Lavender](https://plan-home.com/color/english-lavender)
- [Dulux Imperial Mauve 4](https://plan-home.com/color/imperial-mauve-4)
- [Dulux Morning Jewel 6](https://plan-home.com/color/morning-jewel-6)
- [Dulux Stormy Haze](https://plan-home.com/color/stormy-haze)
- [Dulux Moon Waves 4](https://plan-home.com/color/moon-waves-4)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Imperial Mauve 1](https://plan-home.com/color/imperial-mauve-1)
- [Dulux Moon Waves 1](https://plan-home.com/color/moon-waves-1)
- [Dulux Blue Incense](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-incense)

## Complementary colors
- [Dulux Vintage Coins](https://plan-home.com/color/vintage-coins)
- [Dulux Nordic Bliss](https://plan-home.com/color/nordic-bliss)
- [Dulux Thimble Case](https://plan-home.com/color/thimble-case)
- [Dulux Common Dormouse](https://plan-home.com/color/common-dormouse)
- [Dulux Tawny Owl](https://plan-home.com/color/dulux-tawny-owl)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.