Pumice
Behr · MQ6-23
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The Analysis
Pumice is a balanced greige that keeps a room feeling stable and grounded. With an LRV of 50.3, it sits right in the middle of the light-reflectance scale, meaning it won’t make a room feel starkly bright, nor will it cave in and look like a dark cavern.
This is a quintessential main wall colour designed to serve as a reliable backdrop. It allows your furniture, artwork, and textiles to take center stage without competing for attention.
LRV 50History & Origin
Pumice leans into a modern, transitional aesthetic rather than a specific period style. It fits well in contemporary renovations where the goal is a clean, timeless look that isn't tied to fleeting trends.
How to Use It
This shade excels in living rooms and bedrooms where you want a relaxed atmosphere. Pair it with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the space, or choose brushed brass if you want to add a bit of sophisticated warmth.
The Mood
Living with Pumice feels calm and uncomplicated. It provides a restful, neutral environment that avoids the coldness of grey or the yellow undertones often found in beige, making it easy to live with year-round.
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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