Peppermint
Benjamin Moore · 1359
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The Analysis
Peppermint is a soft, tinted white with a clear pink undertone that functions as a high-visibility brightener. With an LRV of 75.34, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and airy without the clinical sterility of a pure, cold white.
This shade acts best as a subtle, monochromatic backdrop or a primary wall color in intimate spaces. It is understated enough to serve as a neutral, but the pink influence keeps it from looking like a standard builder-grade flat white.
LRV 75History & Origin
This is a modern take on soft-tinted interiors that gained popularity in mid-century design. It moves away from heavy, historic pigment traditions and focuses on a fresh, contemporary aesthetic that prioritizes light reflection.
How to Use It
This color performs best in bedrooms, nurseries, or bathrooms where you want a soft, forgiving glow. Pair it with light oak or white-washed wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the sweetness of the pink undertone with some modern contrast.
The Mood
Living with this color feels clean and gently optimistic rather than overwhelming. It provides a restful environment that leans toward a cheerful mood, making it a reliable choice for spaces where you want a sense of warmth without a heavy color saturation.
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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