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Apple Polish

Behr · UL110-20

The Analysis

Apple Polish is a deep, saturated red that pulls light inward rather than reflecting it back. With an LRV of 9.04, it will make a room feel significantly smaller and more enclosed, creating an intimate, box-like atmosphere.

This is strictly an accent colour. Using it on all four walls can be overwhelming; it works best for a statement wall, built-in cabinetry, or a high-impact piece of furniture.

LRV 9

History & Origin

This tone leans into a traditional Heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of the deep, pigment-heavy reds favored in Victorian-era formal dining rooms and libraries.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Use this in rooms like a home office or a powder room. Pair it with warm walnut wood tones to soften the edge, and use brushed brass hardware to complement its rich, red undertones.

The Mood

This shade is high-energy and stimulating, making it better suited for areas where you want to feel alert rather than relaxed. Because it is so intense, it can become overbearing in rooms where you spend long hours trying to wind down.

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.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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