# Dulux Velvet Ribbon 6

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-ribbon-6](https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-ribbon-6)

Dulux Velvet Ribbon 6 40RB 36/264 is a muted mid-tone lavender with a noticeable violet cast and a softly greyed finish. Its #AD94C2 color value gives it enough depth to read clearly on a wall without becoming overly dark or sugary. In cooler daylight, Velvet Ribbon 6 can appear cleaner and more lilac, while warm artificial lighting may bring out its softer, dustier side. It suits bedrooms, reading corners, and powder rooms, particularly alongside off-white trim, pale oak, brushed nickel, or charcoal details. For a stronger use of this color, try it on cabinetry or a single architectural feature rather than pairing it with competing bright hues.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Dulux
- **Color name:** Velvet Ribbon 6
- **Color code:** 40RB 36/264
- **HEX:** #AD94C2
- **RGB:** 173, 148, 194
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Purple
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** purple

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 273° Saturation: 23.71% Value: 76.08%
- **HSL:** hsl(273, 27, 67)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 10.82 Magenta: 23.71 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 23.92
- **YIQ:** Y: 160.719 I: 0.116 Q: 19.604
- **XYZ:** X: 37.559 Y: 33.959 Z: 55.6
- **CIE Lab:** L:64.93 a:18.074 b:-20.324
- **CIE Luv:** L:64.93 u:10.675 v:-33.872
- **Decimal:** 11375810
- **Hunter Lab:** 58.275, 13.065, -15.777

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Dulux Violet Verona 2](https://plan-home.com/color/violet-verona-2)
- [Dulux Lilac Orchid](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-orchid)
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 1](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-1)
- [Dulux Purple Infusion 6](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-infusion-6)
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 2](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-2)
- [Dulux Pamplona Purple 6](https://plan-home.com/color/pamplona-purple-6)
- [Dulux Purple Sage 3](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-sage-3)
- [Dulux Amethyst Showers 2](https://plan-home.com/color/amethyst-showers-2)
- [Dulux Himalayan Musk 3](https://plan-home.com/color/himalayan-musk-3)
- [Dulux Lavender Blossom 2](https://plan-home.com/color/lavender-blossom-2)
- [Dulux Purple Infusion 5](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-infusion-5)
- [Dulux Amethyst Falls 6](https://plan-home.com/color/amethyst-falls-6)
- [Dulux Purple Polka 3](https://plan-home.com/color/purple-polka-3)
- [Dulux Heather Bloom 3](https://plan-home.com/color/heather-bloom-3)
- [Dulux Popping Pink](https://plan-home.com/color/popping-pink)
- [Dulux Plum Custard](https://plan-home.com/color/plum-custard)
- [Dulux Pamplona Purple 5](https://plan-home.com/color/pamplona-purple-5)
- [Dulux Marble Swirl 3](https://plan-home.com/color/marble-swirl-3)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 4](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-4)
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 3](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-3)
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 2](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-2)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Dulux Lilac Spring 1](https://plan-home.com/color/lilac-spring-1)
- [Dulux Velvet Ribbon 5](https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-ribbon-5)
- [Dulux Velvet Ribbon 4](https://plan-home.com/color/velvet-ribbon-4)

## Complementary colors
- [Dulux Forest Shade](https://plan-home.com/color/forest-shade)
- [Dulux Woodland Pearl 3](https://plan-home.com/color/woodland-pearl-3)
- [Dulux Woodland Pearl 1](https://plan-home.com/color/woodland-pearl-1)
- [Dulux Common Land](https://plan-home.com/color/common-land)
- [Dulux Woodland Pearl 5](https://plan-home.com/color/woodland-pearl-5)
- [Dulux Highland Falls 6](https://plan-home.com/color/highland-falls-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.