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Ceramic Glaze

Behr · 240D-4

The Analysis

Ceramic Glaze is a warm, mid-tone terracotta that adds immediate physical presence to a room. With an LRV of 46.46, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which pulls walls inward to create a cozy, enclosed atmosphere rather than an expansive one.

This color acts best as a bold, saturated backdrop or a feature wall. It is too heavy for an entire small house, but it serves perfectly to define a dining room or a dedicated study.

LRV 46

History & Origin

This tone is a contemporary take on earthy, organic palettes popular in the 1970s. It feels fresh today because it bridges the gap between vintage warmth and modern, monochromatic design trends.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Use this in rooms where you want a sense of comfort, like living areas or dens. Pair it with dark walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to emphasize its warmth without making the room look dated.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels grounding and steady. It provides a consistent, warm energy that avoids the clinical feel of cooler whites, making the space feel inhabited and substantial.

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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