Waterfall
Behr · HDC-CT-16B
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The Analysis
Waterfall has an LRV of 71.53, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light and will make smaller rooms feel noticeably more open and airy. Because it is a light, cool-toned blue-green, it prevents spaces from feeling cramped by visually pushing the walls outward.
This is a versatile shade that works best as a primary wall color for living spaces, bedrooms, or bathrooms. It is subtle enough to act as a neutral alternative to white while still providing a distinct color presence.
LRV 72History & Origin
This is a modern, fresh color that aligns with contemporary design trends focused on brightness and clarity. It lacks the heavy, moody pigments common in Victorian or historical palettes, leaning instead toward a clean, current aesthetic.
How to Use It
It pairs exceptionally well with light oak wood tones and brushed nickel or matte black hardware. Use it in rooms with ample natural light to maximize the reflective quality of the paint, but be aware that it can turn quite cool in rooms with very little sunlight.
The Mood
Living with this color feels clean and orderly rather than stimulating or intense. It provides a restful backdrop that helps lower the visual temperature of a room, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to unwind.
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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