Dulux • 43BB 09/340

Cobalt Embrace

Name: Dulux Cobalt Embrace 43BB 09/340
Brand: Dulux

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Cobalt Embrace remains a staple for Dulux designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 12 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#005184

LRV

9.00

Light Reflectance Value

9.00

dark

Cobalt Embrace in Real Rooms

Cobalt Embrace has a low LRV of 9 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

6 Living Room Photos

Cobalt Embrace anchors the living room with a quiet, architectural confidence. Its depth shifts subtly through the day — cooler in the crisp morning light and significantly warmer by lamplight in the evening — making it a natural fit for a space meant for both high-energy gathering and silent unwinding. To maximize the effect, layer in natural white oak, heavy linen, and soft metallics to let the color truly breathe.

Dulux Cobalt Embrace eclectic living room interior

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3 Bedroom Photos

Cobalt Embrace creates a bedroom that feels deliberately calm rather than accidentally plain. The color absorbs the first rays of morning light without bouncing them back harshly, which means waking up in this environment feels gentle and gradual. Keep the window treatments simple and let the walls do the heavy lifting.

Dulux 43BB 09/340 bedroom color

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Cobalt Embrace bedroom accent wall

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Dulux Cobalt Embrace bedroom accent wall

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1 Home Office Photo

Cobalt Embrace in a home office signals that the space was thought about. The color holds up under the scrutiny of video calls without feeling staged, and it stays comfortable across the full working day in a way that brighter colors often don't.

Dulux Cobalt Embrace home office color review

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2 Misc Photos

See how Cobalt Embrace 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.