What is the HEX code for Dulux Natural Slate?

The hexadecimal color code for Dulux Natural Slate undertone is #909396 .

What is the RGB code of Dulux Natural Slate?

RGB code is 144, 147, 150 . RGB (red, green and blue) additive color model is a system representing the colors used on a digital display screen (TV, PC, laptop, phone or tablet). It defines the intensity of the color with a value between 0 and 255.

Dulux Natural Slate / Shadow Line / 30BB 31/022

Q: Is Dulux Natural Slate 30BB 31/022 cool or warm?

Dulux 30BB 31/022 Natural Slate is cool color according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

Q: What are Dulux Natural Slate undertones?

Blue is Dulux Natural Slate undertone color.

Code:	30BB 31/022
Name:	Natural Slate
Brand:	Dulux

What color is Dulux Natural Slate?

Alternative color names – Dulux Shadow Line, Dulux Grey Pennant. Dulux Matt is a smooth and creamy emulsion paint for use on walls and ceilings which is ideal for a modern, flat finish. Natural Slate has warm tones, so if you have a north-facing room try this paint to maximise natural light. When paired with an off-white, like Dulux White Mist, the lighter and darker colours will offset each other to create a calming space. Other greys to pair with Natural Slate for tonal combinations are Dulux Chic Shadow and Dulux Urban Obsession. Dulux Natural Slate will provide a middle ground between these two lighter and darker greys.

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What are Dulux Natural Slate undertones?

The undertone of Natural Slate 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

HEX value

HEX value:

#909396

RGB code:

144, 147, 150

Is Dulux Natural Slate 30BB 31/022 cool or warm?

warm

cool

With a hue of 210° thisblackrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

30BB 31/022 Natural Slate HSL code: 210, 3%, 58%

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 grey shades are versatile and provide a neutral canvas for your interior design. They seamlessly complement any style, whether it's Victorian, Scandinavian, or Modern.
Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.

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 Natural Slate

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).
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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Natural Slate:

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

30BB 31/022
Natural Slate

Darker shades

30BB 31/022
Natural Slate

30BB 21/056
Grey Splendor

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 Natural Slate with a blue hue, complementary colors are those with a orange hue close to 30, such as Dulux Cocoa Blush 5 and Chalk Blush 3.

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LRV of Natural Slate

Natural Slate has an LRV of 29.12% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 29.12%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft² living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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Format	Code
HEX	#909396
RGB Decimal	144, 147, 150
RGB Percent	56.47%, 57.65%, 58.82%
HSV	Hue: 210° Saturation: 4.0% Value: 58.82%
HSL	hsl(210, 3, 58)
CMYK	Cyan: 4.0 Magenta: 2.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 41.18
YIQ	Y: 146.445 I: -2.752 Q: 0.299
XYZ	X: 27.439 Y: 28.999 Z: 32.998
CIE Lab	L:60.78 a:-0.495 b:-1.96
CIE Luv	L:60.78 u:-1.849 v:-2.733
Decimal	9474966
Hunter Lab	53.85, -3.285, 1.364