# Dulux Modest Grey

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/modest-grey](https://plan-home.com/color/modest-grey)

Dulux Modest Grey 30BB 53/012 is a light-to-mid grey with a subtle cool cast, reflected in its softly blue-leaning #BDBFC0 appearance. Its low saturation keeps it looking clean and restrained rather than noticeably colourful. In bright daylight, Modest Grey can read as a pale, airy grey, while lower or warmer lighting may give it a slightly deeper, more muted look. It is well suited to main walls in bedrooms, hallways, and contemporary living spaces where a crisp neutral backdrop is wanted. Pair it with white trim, charcoal details, pale oak, brushed metal, or deep navy accents to emphasize its cooler character.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Dulux
- **Color name:** Modest Grey
- **Color code:** 30BB 53/012
- **Alternative names:** Arctic Pebble
- **HEX:** #BDBFC0
- **RGB:** 189, 191, 192
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Grey
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 200° Saturation: 1.56% Value: 75.29%
- **HSL:** hsl(200, 2, 75)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 1.56 Magenta: 0.52 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 24.71
- **YIQ:** Y: 190.516 I: -1.513 Q: -0.112
- **XYZ:** X: 49.129 Y: 51.886 Z: 57.282
- **CIE Lab:** L:77.213 a:-0.509 b:-0.742
- **CIE Luv:** L:77.213 u:-1.183 v:-1.022
- **Decimal:** 12435392
- **Hunter Lab:** 72.032, -4.311, 3.273

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Tikkurila K496](https://plan-home.com/color/k496)
- [Dulux Chic Shadow](https://plan-home.com/color/chic-shadow-uk)
- [Little Greene Obscura](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-obscura-327)
- [Tikkurila J499](https://plan-home.com/color/j499)
- [Dulux Dove](https://plan-home.com/color/dove)
- [Dulux Silver Shores](https://plan-home.com/color/silver-shores)
- [Tikkurila Haven](https://plan-home.com/color/haven-k498)
- [Tikkurila H499](https://plan-home.com/color/h499)
- [Dulux Smooth Flint](https://plan-home.com/color/smooth-flint)
- [RAL Classic Light grey](https://plan-home.com/color/light-grey-ral-7035)
- [RAL Classic Telegrey 4](https://plan-home.com/color/telegrey-4-ral-7047)
- [Dulux Potters Clay 2](https://plan-home.com/color/potters-clay-2-50rr-54018)
- [Dulux English Lavender](https://plan-home.com/color/english-lavender)
- [Dulux Beachcomb Grey](https://plan-home.com/color/beachcomb-grey-30gg-61010)
- [Tikkurila K500](https://plan-home.com/color/k500)
- [Dulux Light Charcoal](https://plan-home.com/color/88bg-62005)
- [Little Greene Gauze - Dark](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-gauze-dark-166)
- [Dulux Night Jewels 5](https://plan-home.com/color/night-jewels-5-00nn-62000)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Mineral Haze 4](https://plan-home.com/color/mineral-haze-4)

## Complementary colors
- [Dulux Cocoa Blush 5](https://plan-home.com/color/cocoa-blush-5)
- [Dulux Chalk Blush 3](https://plan-home.com/color/chalk-blush-3)
- [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)

## 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.