Dulux Marble Swirl 5 90BB 59/097

Code:90BB 59/097
Name:Marble Swirl 5
Brand:Dulux

What color is Dulux Marble Swirl 5?

Let’s dive into a full Marble Swirl 5 paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 90BB 59/097. 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 Marble Swirl 5 undertones?

The undertones of Marble Swirl 5 can be accurately described as a Blue and 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#C7C7D9

RGB code:

199, 199, 217

Is Dulux Marble Swirl 5 90BB 59/097 cool or warm?

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cool

With a hue of 240° thisPurplerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

90BB 59/097 Marble Swirl 5 HSL code: 240, 19%, 82%

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 Marble Swirl 5

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 Purple shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Marble Swirl 5:

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 Marble Swirl 5 with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 60, such as Dulux Common Dormouse and Tawny Owl.

Color codes

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HEX#C7C7D9Copy color code
RGB Decimal199, 199, 217Copy color code
RGB Percent78.04%, 78.04%, 85.10%Copy color code
HSVHue: 240° Saturation: 8.29% Value: 85.1%Copy color code
HSLhsl(240, 19, 82)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 8.29 Magenta: 8.29 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 14.9Copy color code
YIQY: 201.052 I: -5.784 Q: 5.602Copy color code
XYZX: 56.498 Y: 57.998 Z: 73.845Copy color code
CIE LabL:80.738 a:3.431 b:-8.929Copy color code
CIE LuvL:80.738 u:-1.035 v:-14.326Copy color code
Decimal13092825Copy color code
Hunter Lab76.157, -0.852, -4.181Copy color code
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