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Tonic

Behr · P360-3

The Analysis

Tonic is a soft, muted yellow with a strong green undertone that acts as a natural brightener. With an LRV of 70.15, it reflects a significant amount of light, making smaller or dimly lit rooms feel more open and airy without the intensity of a primary yellow.

This colour works best as a primary wall choice for living areas or kitchens where you want to maintain a sense of warmth. It functions as a neutral with personality, providing enough character to stand on its own while still allowing art and furniture to remain the focal point.

LRV 70

History & Origin

Tonic feels like a modern update to classic kitchen palettes from the 1920s and 30s. It avoids the dated look of heavy cream or butter-yellow, leaning instead into a cleaner, contemporary aesthetic.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

This shade excels in kitchens and breakfast nooks when paired with white cabinetry or light oak wood tones. For hardware, choose matte black for a modern contrast or unlacquered brass to enhance the golden, earthy undertones.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels sunny and optimistic without being overwhelming. It provides a cheerful, steady energy that stays balanced throughout the day rather than feeling sharp or aggressive.

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.

Brand Matches

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  • Olive Oil

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  • Dried Palm

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  • Wormwood

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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