Dulux Wistful Mauve / Mauve Tale / Wooded Solace / 30RR 22/031
| Code: | 30RR 22/031 |
| Name: | Wistful Mauve |
| Brand: | Dulux |
What color is Dulux Wistful Mauve?
Let’s dive into a full Wistful Mauve paint color review. Take a look at pictures of real interiors and exteriors painted with beautiful 30RR 22/031. Find out if this gorgeous warm grey paint color would look great on your living room walls or trims, kitchen cabinet, bedroom accent wall, bathroom or house exterior.
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What are Dulux Wistful Mauve undertones?
The undertone of Wistful Mauve can be accurately described as a Red 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#807A7C
RGB code:
128, 122, 124
Is Dulux Wistful Mauve 30RR 22/031 cool or warm?
With a hue of 340° thisblackrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
30RR 22/031 Wistful Mauve HSL code: 340, 2%, 49%
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.
- Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
- Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
- Warm 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.
- Warm purple shades add a rich and luxurious feel to a room, creating a sense of depth and warmth, ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas.
- Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.
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 Wistful Mauve
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).
Use the slider to see how this black shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Dulux Wistful Mauve:
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
30RR 22/031
Wistful Mauve
Darker shades
30RR 22/031
Wistful Mauve
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 Wistful Mauve with a red hue, complementary colors are those with a green hue close to 160, such as Dulux Soft Fauna 2 and Paper Mint.
Color codes
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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #807A7C | |
| RGB Decimal | 128, 122, 124 | |
| RGB Percent | 50.20%, 47.84%, 48.63% | |
| HSV | Hue: 340° Saturation: 4.69% Value: 50.2% | |
| HSL | hsl(340, 2, 49) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 4.69 Yellow: 3.12 Key: 49.8 | |
| YIQ | Y: 124.022 I: 2.933 Q: 1.892 | |
| XYZ | X: 19.499 Y: 19.964 Z: 21.889 | |
| CIE Lab | L:51.796 a:2.666 b:-0.273 | |
| CIE Luv | L:51.796 u:3.33 v:-0.805 | |
| Decimal | 8419964 | |
| Hunter Lab | 44.681, -0.293, 2.23 |
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