Damson Dream 2
Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Damson Dream 2 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 3 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#6F3767
LRV
9.00
Damson Dream 2 in Real Rooms
Damson Dream 2 has a low LRV of 9 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations.
2 Living Room Photos
Damson Dream 2 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 Damson Dream 2 hallway paint
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Dulux Damson Dream 2 hallway color
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1 Misc Photo
Damson Dream 2 shows up in some unexpected spaces in these photos — hallways, laundry rooms, and accent walls. Each one makes the case that the color's versatility extends well beyond the obvious applications into every corner of the home.
Dulux Damson Dream 2 wall paint
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Complementary Colors
At LRV 46 vs 9, Dewy Lawn is decisively the brighter choice.
Fresh Sage reflects far more light (LRV 33 vs 9), opening up a space where Damson Dream 2 encloses it.
A 5-point LRV gap (14 vs 9) makes Tuscan Glade 1 the marginally brighter of the two.