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Ash Rose

Behr · N130-2

The Analysis

Ash Rose is a balanced mid-tone that sits between beige and dusty pink. With an LRV of 55.77, it reflects a moderate amount of light, preventing the room from feeling dark while avoiding the stark glare of pure white.

It works best as a sophisticated, warm neutral for main living areas or primary bedrooms. It provides enough color to create a finished look, but is subtle enough to serve as a backdrop for artwork and furniture.

LRV 56

History & Origin

While it draws on vintage romantic palettes, its muted, earthy undertones keep it firmly in the modern design category. It lacks the saccharine quality of traditional pastels, making it feel current rather than period-specific.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this color with warm wood tones like white oak or walnut to emphasize its earthiness. For hardware, matte black provides a clean, modern contrast, while unlacquered brass adds a softer, more classic feel.

The Mood

This shade is inherently restful and grounding, offering a sense of stability without being overly stimulating. It is an easy color to live with because it is muted, meaning it won't feel like a bright pop of pink on your walls.

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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