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Floating Lily

Behr · M340-2

The Analysis

Floating Lily is a high-LRV (81.88) color, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into the room. It acts as a bright, crisp neutral that expands the visual boundaries of a space, making smaller or dimly lit areas feel significantly more open.

This is an ideal main wall color for the entire home because it acts as a neutral foundation that doesn't compete with your furniture. It serves best as a backdrop for artwork or wood-toned decor rather than as a bold focal point.

LRV 82

History & Origin

This shade leans modern and fresh, avoiding the yellow or heavy cream undertones found in older, more dated palettes. It fits perfectly into contemporary interior design trends that prioritize light-filled, airy environments.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It works best in living rooms or kitchens paired with warm wood tones like white oak or walnut to ground the space. For metals, stick to matte black for a modern contrast or unlacquered brass if you want a softer, warmer look.

The Mood

Living with this color feels clean and highly functional without being sterile. It provides a steady, calm backdrop that prevents visual clutter, making it a great choice for areas where you want to maintain focus and clarity.

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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