Swatchd
Sign inGet started
IndustrialSouth-Facing

Cyclone

Colourtrend

The Analysis

Cyclone is a deep, muted greige that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 16.7. Because it is quite dark, it will make a room feel more intimate and enclosed rather than expansive or bright.

This colour works best as a moody backdrop or a sophisticated feature wall. It is heavy enough to anchor a room, making it ideal for studies, dens, or bedrooms where you want to lean into a cozy, cocooned effect.

LRV 17

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern, urban choice that leans into contemporary neutral trends. It avoids the fussiness of period palettes and instead offers a clean, architectural look that feels very current.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

Pair this with warm wood tones or brushed brass to prevent the space from feeling too cold or flat. Use high-contrast, crisp white trim to define the edges of the room, as the dark pigment will otherwise make the wall boundaries feel soft and blurred.

The Mood

Living with this shade creates a grounded, restful atmosphere that feels stable and serious. It is an excellent choice for areas where you want to minimize visual noise and settle in, rather than spaces intended for high-energy activity.

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

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Grapy

    Sherwin-Williams · SW7629

  • Heather Sachet

    Behr · HDC-AC-27

  • Kasbah

    Benjamin Moore · AF-640

  • ASH VIOLET

    Jotun · 3445

  • Enigmatic

    Behr · BNC-30

  • Echo

    Behr · PPU17-18

Lighting

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

  • Natural
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening
  • Overcast
  • 2700K
  • 3500K
  • 4000K
  • 5500K