Dulux Lilac Orchid
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| Name: | Lilac Orchid |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Lilac Orchid?
Let’s dive into a full Lilac Orchid paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful Lilac Orchid. Find out if this gorgeous cold purple 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 Lilac Orchid undertones?
The undertone of Lilac Orchid can be accurately described as a Purple 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#A79DC8
RGB code:
167, 157, 200
Is Dulux Lilac Orchid cool or warm?
With a hue of 254° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
Lilac Orchid HSL code: 254, 28%, 70%
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 purple shades add a touch of elegance and creativity to a room, making it feel luxurious and imaginative, ideal for bedrooms, creative spaces, and living areas.
- 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 Lilac Orchid
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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Lilac Orchid:
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
Lilac Orchid
Darker shades
Lilac Orchid
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 Lilac Orchid with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 74, such as Dulux Swansdown and Green Ivy.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #A79DC8 | |
| RGB Decimal | 167, 157, 200 | |
| RGB Percent | 65.49%, 61.57%, 78.43% | |
| HSV | Hue: 254° Saturation: 21.5% Value: 78.43% | |
| HSL | hsl(254, 28, 70) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 16.5 Magenta: 21.5 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 21.57 | |
| YIQ | Y: 164.892 I: -7.859 Q: 15.497 | |
| XYZ | X: 38.416 Y: 36.499 Z: 59.649 | |
| CIE Lab | L:66.9 a:12.355 b:-20.718 | |
| CIE Luv | L:66.9 u:2.666 v:-33.788 | |
| Decimal | 10984904 | |
| Hunter Lab | 60.415, 7.777, -16.249 |
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