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Wild Mulberry

Behr · 690B-6

The Analysis

Wild Mulberry is a deep, saturated plum-toned mauve that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 19.14. Because it is so dark, it will make a room feel smaller and more intimate rather than bright or airy.

This shade is too heavy to function as a main wall color for an entire house. Use it as a bold accent wall, in a dedicated media room, or for cabinetry to add depth and personality to a space.

LRV 19

History & Origin

It leans into a modern take on Victorian-era decadence. It captures the moody, rich palettes common in historic parlors but uses a cleaner, more contemporary pigment profile.

Undertonewarm-red
FamilyPurple

How to Use It

It pairs best with warm wood tones like walnut or teak and metallic finishes like brushed brass to add contrast. Use it in a home office or a bedroom, and be sure to pair it with high-contrast, crisp white trim to keep the edges defined.

The Mood

This is a sophisticated, high-impact colour that feels restful and grounding once the sun goes down. It is not an energizing color, but rather one that creates a cocoon-like atmosphere, making it ideal for spaces where you want to relax.

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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