Chalky Downs 5
Chalky Downs 5 is a bright and airy paint color from Dulux. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to maximize natural light while maintaining a clean, neutral backdrop. Below, you'll find 8 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#E2D8C9
LRV
71.00
Chalky Downs 5 in Real Rooms
Chalky Downs 5 has a high LRV of 71 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.
3 Bathroom Photos
Bathrooms test color in specific ways — task lighting, tile grout, and chrome or brass fixtures all compete for attention. Chalky Downs 5 holds its own against all of it, and tends to photograph even better than it reads in person.
Dulux 30YY 71/073 bathroom review
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Dulux Chalky Downs 5 bathroom color review
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Dulux Chalky Downs 5 bathroom review
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2 Living Room Photos
Few colors transition as gracefully from day to evening as Chalky Downs 5. In natural light, it reads clean, grounded, and modern; by candlelight or lamp, it deepens into something much more soulful. For a living room that needs to function as a bright morning coffee spot and a moody evening lounge, that tonal range is an invaluable asset.
Chalky Downs 5 living room color
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Dulux Chalky Downs 5 living room color
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3 Misc Photos
See how Chalky Downs 5 is used in narrow hallways to create a "gallery" feel. The color provides a steady, rhythmic background that allows a series of framed photos or art pieces to feel like a cohesive, professional installation.
Dulux 30YY 71/073 wall paint color
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Chalky Downs 5 wall paint color
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Chalky Downs 5 wall paint review
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