Malted
Behr · N160-2
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The Analysis
Malted is a soft, mid-tone greige that balances warmth and neutrality to keep a room feeling grounded rather than stark. With an LRV of 60.18, it reflects a moderate amount of light, making it a reliable choice for brightening up smaller spaces without the glare of a pure white.
This is an ideal whole-home neutral that serves as a subtle, sophisticated backdrop. It is versatile enough to function as a primary wall color, allowing your furniture and artwork to stand out without competing for attention.
LRV 60History & Origin
This shade leans modern and contemporary, fitting well into current design trends that prioritize comfort over traditional, sterile white walls. It lacks the heavy pigment of historical period colors, making it feel fresh and relevant for today's architecture.
How to Use It
It excels in living rooms and bedrooms, particularly when paired with white oak wood tones or matte black metal hardware for contrast. Avoid heavy brass, which may pull out too much warmth; stick to brushed nickel or oil-rubbed bronze to keep the palette balanced.
The Mood
Living with this color feels stable and restful because it lacks the jarring yellow or pink undertones found in cheaper neutrals. It creates a calm, clean atmosphere that works well for high-traffic areas where you want a sense of order.
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
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