
Dulux Pressed Petal is a mid-light, muted brick red that leans beautifully into a warm, dusty pink. Under warm lighting, it appears creamier and golden, while cool daylight mutes its warmth, pulling it closer to a rosy greige.
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Paint Technical Profile
| HEX Code | #BC9795 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 37 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Pink |
| Hidden Undertones | Red, Brown |
| Use | Interior |
| Best Exposures | North, East |
| Best For | Dining rooms, bedrooms, accent walls, nurseries |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital color test: This muted rose hue creates moody elegance when paired with deep burgundy velvet and unlacquered brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dappled sunlight through sheer curtains, warm ambient evening glow
- Key Materials:Fluted oak, deep burgundy velvet, unlacquered brass
- Trim Recommendation:Dulux Jasmine White
- Flooring:Dark espresso stained hardwood
- Vibe:Moody Elegance
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept design: A soft petal pink tone tested in a bedroom setting alongside matte white fixtures and woven wool.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, golden hour light casting soft window pane shadows
- Coordinating Color:Dulux Polished Pebble
- Textiles:Crisp white percale, dusty rose velvet, woven wool
- Trim Recommendation:Dulux Pure Brilliant White
- Hardware Finishes:Matte white
Complementary Paint Colors
Material visualization: This earthy pink shade acts as a striking backdrop for matte black shelving and trailing green botanicals.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp, bright southern exposure, high contrast
- Main Wall Color:Dulux White Mist
- Key Materials:Matte black metal shelving, terracotta clay, trailing green botanicals
- Flooring:Polished concrete
- Vibe:Modern Botanical
Complementary Paint Colors
Digital mockup: A calming blush tone utilized in a nursery space, harmonizing with brushed nickel and white washed ash wood.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft, filtered eastern morning light
- Key Materials:White washed ash wood, cream boucle, brushed nickel
- Trim Recommendation:Dulux Jasmine White
- Styling Pro Tips:Keep textures soft and rounded for safety and visual comfort
Complementary Paint Colors
Room Compatibility & Clashes Diagnoses
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