Maritime White
Behr · BXC-89
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The Analysis
Maritime White is a balanced off-white that prevents a room from feeling sterile or clinical. With an LRV of 78.63, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller or darker rooms feel open and more spacious.
It functions best as a primary wall color for an entire home or open-concept living area. Because it is so versatile, it acts as a reliable canvas that allows your furniture and art to be the focal points.
LRV 79History & Origin
This is a modern, versatile neutral rather than a period-specific color. It suits contemporary renovations well, providing a clean, updated look that works in both new builds and older homes being freshened up.
How to Use It
This color pairs excellently with warm wood tones like oak or walnut and provides a sharp contrast against matte black hardware. It works well in any room, but it is particularly effective in high-traffic areas like kitchens and hallways.
The Mood
This color provides a neutral, restful backdrop that reduces visual clutter. It is easy to live with because it doesn't shift drastically throughout the day, providing a steady and calm environment.
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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