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Marmalade

Behr · 240B-4

The Analysis

Marmalade is a mid-tone orange with an LRV of 49.6, meaning it reflects about half of the light that hits it. It will make a room feel significantly warmer and more enclosed, effectively shrinking the visual scale of large, cavernous spaces.

This color acts as a high-impact statement rather than a neutral backdrop. It works best as an accent wall, on cabinetry, or in small punchy spaces like a powder room where you want to lean into a bold design choice.

LRV 50

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into the retro, playful aesthetic of the 1970s. It lacks the muted, dusty tones typical of heritage palettes, opting instead for a vibrant, modern pop.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal hardware to ground the brightness. It thrives in kitchens or creative hobby rooms where you want to inject personality without overwhelming the entire house.

The Mood

This is an overtly energizing and social color that keeps the mood upbeat and active. Living with it daily feels stimulating, making it a poor choice for spaces intended for deep relaxation or sleep.

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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