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Ice Flower

Behr · 520A-2

The Analysis

Ice Flower is a pale, cool-toned blue that acts as a light reflector, making small or dim rooms feel significantly more open and airy. With an LRV of 74.81, it bounces a high amount of light back into the space, effectively brightening up areas that lack natural sunshine.

This shade works best as a primary wall color for common living areas or bathrooms where you want a sense of cleanliness. Because it is quite subtle, it serves as a reliable backdrop that won't overwhelm your furniture or decor.

LRV 75

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern, fresh color choice rather than a historical one. It lacks the heavy saturation seen in traditional period homes, opting instead for a contemporary, minimalist look.

Undertonecool
FamilyTeal

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak or birch, and looks sharp against matte black hardware for contrast. Use this in bedrooms or bathrooms to capitalize on its clean, spa-like properties.

The Mood

Living with this color provides a crisp, clean aesthetic that feels organized and mentally refreshing. It creates a calm, low-stimulation environment, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to reduce stress.

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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