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The Analysis

Source is a deep, muted blue-green with a low LRV of 16.07, meaning it absorbs a significant amount of light. Because it is quite dark, it will make a room feel cozy and intimate rather than spacious or bright.

This is a versatile shade that works best as a dramatic, sophisticated backdrop. Use it on all four walls to create a 'cocoon' effect, or as a moody feature wall to anchor a room’s furniture.

LRV 16

History & Origin

It leans into a modern, tailored aesthetic. While it has roots in traditional moody interiors, its clean undertones make it feel contemporary rather than dated or period-specific.

Undertonecool
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How to Use It

It excels in bedrooms or studies where you want a controlled, calm atmosphere. Pair it with warm oak wood tones to soften the coolness of the green, and use matte black hardware for a sharp, defined contrast.

The Mood

This colour provides a grounded, stable feeling that is highly restful. It removes visual clutter from a space, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to switch off and 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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • BONDEBLÅ

    Jotun · 0263

  • Bowman Blue 0500

    Colourtrend

  • Riverway

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6222

  • Mediterranean

    Sherwin-Williams · SW7617

  • Juniper Berries

    Behr · PPU13-2

  • Sophisticated Teal

    Behr · HDC-CL-22

Lighting

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

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