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Dried Grass 0348

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The Analysis

Dried Grass is a versatile, light-toned neutral that brightens a room without the harsh glare of stark white. With an LRV of 70.11, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps make smaller or windowless rooms feel more open and spacious.

This is an ideal 'whole-house' neutral that works perfectly as a primary wall colour. It acts as a reliable backdrop that allows your furniture and art to stand out without competing for attention.

LRV 70

History & Origin

This colour leans into a timeless, heritage aesthetic rather than a trendy modern look. It fits naturally into period-style homes where you want a sophisticated, understated finish that doesn't feel overly 'decorated'.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms and bedrooms, pairing exceptionally well with warm oak woods and brushed brass hardware. If you want a sharper look, contrast it with matte black accents to add some structural definition to the space.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and grounded. Because it mimics natural, sun-bleached tones, it creates a restful environment that is neither too clinical nor too stimulating.

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.

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    Valspar · 7003-2

  • Daybreak

    Valspar · 6008-3A

  • Natural Soap

    Valspar · 1-877

  • Antique White 1823

    Behr · 1823

  • GLEAM

    Jotun · 12079

  • High Style Beige

    Behr · N270-1

Lighting

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

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