Emerald Glade featured
Dulux49GG 17/232

Emerald Glade

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Emerald Glade 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 34 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#2F7769

LRV

17.00

Light Reflectance Value
17.00
dark

Emerald Glade in Real Rooms

Emerald Glade has a low LRV of 17 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color.

8 Living Room Photos

Emerald Glade works harder than it looks in a living room environment. Whether the space gets direct southern sun or stays north-facing and dim, the color finds its specific register — neither receding into the background nor demanding the spotlight. It acts as a sophisticated backdrop that makes every piece of furniture or art placed in front of it look immediately more considered and curated.

Emerald Glade victorian living room

Emerald Glade victorian living room

@lotstodoat32

11 Bathroom Photos

Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Emerald Glade has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.

Dulux Emerald Glade stylish bathroom interior idea

Dulux Emerald Glade stylish bathroom interior idea

@ourmoseley_7

7 Bedroom Photos

In the context of a primary suite, Emerald Glade suggests a boutique-hotel level of refinement. It creates a seamless flow between the sleeping area and the dressing room, providing a steadying influence that makes the morning routine feel more organized and serene.

Dulux 49GG 17/232 bedroom accent wall review

Dulux 49GG 17/232 bedroom accent wall review

@handyrichardlondon

6 Misc Photos

In laundry rooms, Emerald Glade adds a surprising level of "design" to a space that is often forgotten. It proves that even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a color that feels considered, intentional, and calming.

Emerald Glade stylish wall paint review

Emerald Glade stylish wall paint review

@casadelsophie

1 Home Office Photo

Emerald Glade works exceptionally well with "warm" tech—leather desk pads, brass lamps, and wooden monitor stands. It bridges the gap between modern technology and traditional home comfort, making the office feel like part of the house.

Dulux Emerald Glade stylish home office interior idea

Dulux Emerald Glade stylish home office interior idea

@awholenewbuild

1 Kitchen Photo

For smaller kitchens, Emerald Glade can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.

Dulux Emerald Glade kitchen color

Dulux Emerald Glade kitchen color

@the.folkestone

Complementary Colors

Color Codes

HEX#2F7769
RGB47, 119, 105
HSL168° 43% 33%
CMYK61 0 12 53
CIE LabL: 45.4 a: -26.1 b: 1.0
XYZX: 10.32 Y: 14.82 Z: 15.68