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Bleached Lichen 3

Dulux

The Analysis

Bleached Lichen 3 is a versatile, light-reflective neutral that mimics natural stone or warm sand. With an LRV of 65.86, it bounces plenty of light around, making smaller rooms feel significantly more open and airy without the starkness of pure white.

This is an ideal 'whole-home' neutral that works perfectly as a primary wall color for open-plan living. It serves as a quiet backdrop that allows furniture and art to take center stage without competing for attention.

LRV 66

History & Origin

This color bridges the gap between traditional heritage palettes and modern design. It carries the muted, earthy sensibility of a classic limestone cottage while fitting seamlessly into a contemporary, stripped-back interior.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms and bedrooms, pairing beautifully with warm wood tones like oak or walnut. For hardware, use matte black for a modern contrast or unlacquered brass to enhance the color's subtle warmth.

The Mood

This shade provides a calm, grounded atmosphere that is highly restful. Because it lacks harsh yellow or blue undertones, it feels clean and stable, preventing the 'visual noise' that can make a living space feel cluttered.

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

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