# Dulux Nigerian Sands 1

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/nigerian-sands-1](https://plan-home.com/color/nigerian-sands-1)

Dulux Nigerian Sands 1 50YR 07/162 is a deep, earthy brown with a clear red cast, reflected in its #5E3E32 color value. Its low brightness gives it a grounded, substantial appearance, especially on broad wall areas or painted woodwork. In strong daylight, Nigerian Sands 1 can show more of its warm reddish-brown character, while evening lighting makes it read as a darker, richer brown. It suits dining rooms, studies, entryways, and exterior trim where a weightier color is welcome. Pair it with warm off-whites, muted clay tones, natural oak, aged brass, or textured linen to keep the surrounding scheme connected to its warmth.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Dulux
- **Color name:** Nigerian Sands 1
- **Color code:** 50YR 07/162
- **HEX:** #5E3E32
- **RGB:** 94, 62, 50
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Red
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 16° Saturation: 46.81% Value: 36.86%
- **HSL:** hsl(16, 31, 28)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 34.04 Yellow: 46.81 Key: 63.14
- **YIQ:** Y: 70.2 I: 22.925 Q: 3.035
- **XYZ:** X: 6.915 Y: 6.056 Z: 3.821
- **CIE Lab:** L:29.553 a:12.381 b:13.057
- **CIE Luv:** L:29.553 u:21.288 v:11.792
- **Decimal:** 6176306
- **Hunter Lab:** 24.608, 7.092, 8.019

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Dulux Bitter Chocolate 2](https://plan-home.com/color/bitter-chocolate-2)
- [Dulux Ginger Glow 1](https://plan-home.com/color/ginger-glow-1)
- [RAL Classic Nut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/nut-brown-ral-8011)
- [Dulux Rich Havana 1](https://plan-home.com/color/rich-havana-1)
- [Dulux Exotic Spice 2](https://plan-home.com/color/exotic-spice-2)
- [Dulux Tempered Chocolate](https://plan-home.com/color/tempered-chocolate)
- [Little Greene Ganache](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-ganache)
- [Dulux Hazelnut Truffle](https://plan-home.com/color/hazelnut-truffle)
- [Dulux Roasted Pumpkin 1](https://plan-home.com/color/roasted-pumpkin-1)
- [RAL Classic Terra brown](https://plan-home.com/color/terra-brown-ral-8028)
- [Dulux Cocoa Blush 2](https://plan-home.com/color/cocoa-blush-2)
- [Dulux Mexican Mosaic 1](https://plan-home.com/color/mexican-mosaic-1)
- [Dulux Conker](https://plan-home.com/color/conker)
- [Dulux Velvet Truffle 1](https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-truffle-1)
- [Tikkurila N470](https://plan-home.com/color/n470)
- [RAL Classic Mahogany brown](https://plan-home.com/color/mahogany-brown-ral-8016)
- [Little Greene Scullery](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-scullery-318)
- [RAL Classic Chestnut brown](https://plan-home.com/color/chestnut-brown-ral-8015)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Velvet Truffle 2](https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-truffle-2)
- [Dulux Exotic Spice 2](https://plan-home.com/color/exotic-spice-2)
- [Dulux Expresso Delight 1](https://plan-home.com/color/expresso-delight-1)
- [Dulux Folk Tales](https://plan-home.com/color/folk-tales)
- [Dulux Fire Wood](https://plan-home.com/color/fire-wood)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Flame Frenzy 1](https://plan-home.com/color/flame-frenzy-1)
- [Dulux Hazelnut Truffle](https://plan-home.com/color/hazelnut-truffle)

## Complementary colors
- [Dulux Misty Morning](https://plan-home.com/color/misty-morning)
- [Dulux Denim Drift](https://plan-home.com/color/denim-drift)
- [Dulux Steel Symphony 3](https://plan-home.com/color/steel-symphony-3)
- [Dulux Smoke Grey](https://plan-home.com/color/steel-symphony-2-90bg-30073)
- [Dulux Mystic Mauve 6](https://plan-home.com/color/mystic-mauve-6)

## 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.