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Chalk Mark

Dulux

The Analysis

Chalk Mark is a balanced, light-grey neutral that effectively bounces ambient light around a room without the harsh glare of a pure white. With an LRV of 66.14, it sits in the 'mid-light' range, making small rooms feel noticeably more open and airy without appearing sterile.

This is a quintessential 'whole-home' colour. It works perfectly as a primary wall shade for open-plan living, providing enough depth to make your trim and baseboards pop, while remaining neutral enough to suit any art or decor style.

LRV 66

History & Origin

This shade leans modern and contemporary rather than historical. It is designed for updated homes that prioritize clean lines and architectural simplicity over traditional ornamentation.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

This colour shines in kitchens and bedrooms, especially when paired with warm white trim and matte black hardware. It also coordinates well with light oak wood tones for a balanced, grounded look.

The Mood

Living with Chalk Mark feels organized and calm. Because it lacks aggressive undertones, it provides a stable, clean backdrop that doesn't compete for your attention, making it ideal for high-traffic living areas.

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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