Fire Cracker 5
Dulux
Add to a room
Loading…
The Analysis
Fire Cracker 5 is a saturated, mid-tone coral-red that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 27.83. It creates a cocooning, intimate atmosphere, making large rooms feel smaller and more grounded rather than open and airy.
Because of its high intensity, this shade is best used as a bold accent wall or in small, contained spaces like a powder room or a study. Avoid using it on all four walls in a small room unless you want a very dramatic, enclosed effect.
LRV 28History & Origin
This colour leans into a modern, vibrant aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. It functions as a contemporary update to the bold, saturated palettes often seen in high-energy Mid-Century Modern interiors.
How to Use It
Pair this with natural light oak to soften the red, or use matte black hardware to add a modern, grounded edge. It works exceptionally well in dining rooms or entryways where you want to make an immediate impact.
The Mood
This is an inherently energizing and stimulating colour that promotes warmth and social interaction. It feels bold and confident, making it an excellent choice for spaces where you want high activity, though it may feel too intense for areas meant for total relaxation.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
Add harmony palette to a room
Loading…
Brand Matches
Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.
Lighting
See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.
- Natural
- Morning
- Afternoon
- Evening
- Overcast
- 2700K
- 3500K
- 4000K
- 5500K