# Dulux Spicy Sandalwood 3

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/spicy-sandalwood-3](https://plan-home.com/color/spicy-sandalwood-3)

Dulux Spicy Sandalwood 3 80YR 28/650 is a deep, high-energy orange with a clear burnt-sienna direction and a noticeable golden cast. Its strong saturation makes it read boldly on large walls, especially in spaces with ample daylight, while evening lighting can pull it toward a richer, earthier orange. Use this shade as a feature wall in a dining room, kitchen, or creative workspace, or on cabinetry where a confident color statement is wanted. It sits well beside warm white, clay beige, dark brown wood, terracotta tile, and matte black metal. For a more grounded scheme, pair Spicy Sandalwood 3 with muted olive or charcoal rather than cool blue-based greys.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Dulux
- **Color name:** Spicy Sandalwood 3
- **Color code:** 80YR 28/650
- **Alternative names:** Active Orange
- **HEX:** #DC7525
- **RGB:** 220, 117, 37
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Red
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 26° Saturation: 83.18% Value: 86.27%
- **HSL:** hsl(26, 72, 50)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 46.82 Yellow: 83.18 Key: 13.73
- **YIQ:** Y: 138.677 I: 87.085 Q: -3.108
- **XYZ:** X: 36.214 Y: 28.076 Z: 5.262
- **CIE Lab:** L:59.957 a:35.075 b:58.112
- **CIE Luv:** L:59.957 u:84.426 v:51.227
- **Decimal:** 14447909
- **Hunter Lab:** 52.987, 29.268, 31.203

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Classic Deep orange](https://plan-home.com/color/deep-orange-ral-2011)
- [RAL Classic Yellow orange](https://plan-home.com/color/yellow-orange-ral-2000)
- [Dulux Orange Fizz](https://plan-home.com/color/orange-fizz)
- [Dulux Nigerian Sands 3](https://plan-home.com/color/nigerian-sands-3)
- [Dulux Nigerian Sands 4](https://plan-home.com/color/nigerian-sands-4)
- [Dulux Moroccan Flame](https://plan-home.com/color/moroccan-flame)
- [Dulux Auburn Falls 4](https://plan-home.com/color/auburn-falls-4)
- [Dulux Ginger Glow 4](https://plan-home.com/color/ginger-glow-4)
- [Dulux Ginger Glow 3](https://plan-home.com/color/ginger-glow-3)
- [Dulux Roasted Pumpkin 4](https://plan-home.com/color/roasted-pumpkin-4)
- [Dulux Spicy Sandalwood 4](https://plan-home.com/color/spicy-sandalwood-4)
- [Dulux Roasted Pumpkin 3](https://plan-home.com/color/roasted-pumpkin-3)
- [RAL Classic Bright red orange](https://plan-home.com/color/bright-red-orange-ral-2008)
- [RAL Classic Pastel orange](https://plan-home.com/color/pastel-orange-ral-2003)
- [Dulux Auburn Falls 5](https://plan-home.com/color/auburn-falls-5)
- [Dulux Eastern Spice 2](https://plan-home.com/color/eastern-spice-2)
- [Dulux Eastern Spice 1](https://plan-home.com/color/eastern-spice-1)
- [Little Greene Marigold](https://plan-home.com/color/little-greene-marigold-209)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Honey Drizzle 2](https://plan-home.com/color/honey-drizzle-2)
- [Dulux Safari Spice](https://plan-home.com/color/safari-spice)
- [Dulux Dutch Gold 3](https://plan-home.com/color/dutch-gold-3)
- [Dulux Ginger Glow 4](https://plan-home.com/color/ginger-glow-4)
- [Dulux Ginger Glow 3](https://plan-home.com/color/ginger-glow-3)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Roasted Pumpkin 3](https://plan-home.com/color/roasted-pumpkin-3)
- [Dulux Eastern Spice 1](https://plan-home.com/color/eastern-spice-1)
- [Dulux Rich Havana 3](https://plan-home.com/color/rich-havana-3)
- [Dulux Prized Gold](https://plan-home.com/color/prized-gold)
- [Dulux Auburn Falls 3](https://plan-home.com/color/auburn-falls-3)

## Complementary colors
- [Dulux Holiday Blues 6](https://plan-home.com/color/holiday-blues-6)
- [Dulux Blue Seduction 6](https://plan-home.com/color/blue-seduction-6)
- [Dulux Sky View](https://plan-home.com/color/sky-view)
- [Dulux Atlantic Surf 3](https://plan-home.com/color/atlantic-surf-3)
- [Dulux Atlantic Surf 4](https://plan-home.com/color/atlantic-surf-4)
- [Dulux Sapphire Springs 6](https://plan-home.com/color/sapphire-springs-6)
- [Dulux Spring Hyacinth](https://plan-home.com/color/spring-hyacinth)

## 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.