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Melon Ice

Benjamin Moore · 106

The Analysis

Melon Ice is a highly reflective peach-toned neutral that acts as a natural light enhancer. With an LRV of 77.08, it bounces light back into the room, effectively making small or dim spaces feel more open and airy.

This shade works best as a primary wall color in spaces where you want a friendly, approachable feel. Because it is subtle, it serves as a reliable backdrop that doesn't compete with your furniture or art.

LRV 77

History & Origin

While it draws inspiration from the soft pastel palettes popular in 1950s interior design, its clean, muted finish keeps it feeling current. It avoids the dated look of heavy apricot by leaning heavily into a clean, creamy base.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It pairs exceptionally well with light white oak wood tones and brushed brass hardware to emphasize its warmth. Use it in kitchens or entryways, and balance it with matte black accents to ground the space and keep it from feeling too sweet.

The Mood

This color provides an optimistic, warm atmosphere that feels welcoming without being overwhelming. It is energizing enough to start your day well but lacks the harsh glare of stark whites, making it easy to live with long-term.

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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