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Blood Orange

Dulux

The Analysis

Blood Orange is a mid-tone, terracotta-leaning shade that pulls light into the room rather than reflecting it back. With an LRV of 25.26, it absorbs significant light, which will make a space feel more intimate and grounded rather than expansive or airy.

This shade is best used as a feature wall or for cabinetry to anchor a space. It is too intense for a whole-room application in small areas, as it will likely overwhelm the eyes and make the walls feel like they are closing in.

LRV 25

History & Origin

It draws heavily from 1970s interior palettes and Mediterranean design influences. It feels like a contemporary update to the warm, sun-baked pigments used in traditional global architecture.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware for a modern edge or unlacquered brass to highlight its warmth. It works exceptionally well in dining rooms or creative studios where you want to encourage conversation and activity.

The Mood

This is an energizing, high-stimulation colour that keeps a room feeling active and warm. Because it leans toward earthy clay tones, it avoids the sterile feel of primary reds, making it feel more intentional and bold.

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

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

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