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Fruit Salad

Behr · M200-2

The Analysis

Fruit Salad is a warm, peachy-beige that acts as a soft neutral. With an LRV of 64.28, it reflects a solid amount of light, which helps prevent a room from feeling cave-like while keeping the space feeling open and airy.

This shade works best as a main wall color in living areas or bedrooms where you want a sense of warmth. It functions as a flexible backdrop that bridges the gap between traditional beige and a more spirited pastel.

LRV 64

History & Origin

This color leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a strict historical period. It takes inspiration from mid-century color palettes but feels updated for contemporary interiors.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak for a clean look, or use brushed brass hardware to complement its golden undertones. It works beautifully in spaces where you want to combat cool shadows, such as hallways or laundry rooms.

The Mood

Living with this color feels approachable and optimistic without being overwhelming. It provides an energizing, sun-kissed quality that makes a room feel instantly more comfortable and inviting.

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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