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Flurries

Behr · HDC-WR14-1

The Analysis

Flurries is a highly reflective off-white that acts as a reliable light-booster for dim spaces. With an LRV of nearly 85, it bounces significant light around the room, which helps smaller areas feel more open and less cramped.

This is an ideal workhorse color for main wall surfaces throughout a home. It serves as a subtle, sophisticated backdrop that allows your furniture and art to take center stage without competing for attention.

LRV 85

History & Origin

This tone fits squarely into the modern, pared-back design movement. It lacks the heavy yellow or gray undertones found in traditional period paint palettes, making it a staple for contemporary homes.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

This color shines in rooms with limited natural light and pairs effortlessly with warm wood tones like oak or walnut. For hardware, go with matte black for a sharp, modern contrast or aged brass for a slightly warmer, organic feel.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels crisp and organized, offering a clean backdrop that doesn't overwhelm the senses. It is a restful, neutral choice that keeps a space feeling fresh without the stark, clinical chill of a pure, un-tinted white.

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.

Brand Matches

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  • Jet White

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  • Greek Villa

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  • Westhighland White

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Lighting

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

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