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Audition

Behr · MQ5-36

The Analysis

Audition is a muted, grey-toned mauve that provides a balanced, mid-tone anchor for a room. With an LRV of 42.75, it absorbs a moderate amount of light, which prevents the space from feeling overly bright or stark while maintaining a grounded, solid appearance.

This color acts best as a sophisticated backdrop or a neutral wall color that adds more personality than standard beige. It works effectively in living rooms or bedrooms where you want a muted, cohesive look.

LRV 43

History & Origin

This is a modern, transitional color that fits well into contemporary design schemes. It avoids the heavy, traditional feel of historic dark Victorian palettes, opting instead for a clean, muted approach.

Undertoneneutral
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How to Use It

Pair this color with warm wood tones like walnut or light oak to balance its cool, grey undertones. It looks sharp with matte black hardware for a modern edge or brushed brass for a warmer, more traditional contrast.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and stable rather than energizing. It is a restful, sophisticated color that doesn't demand attention, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want 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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