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Crushed Cotton 1

Dulux

The Analysis

Crushed Cotton 1 is a muted, warm greige that provides a stable, neutral base. With an LRV of 54.98, it reflects a moderate amount of light, preventing the room from feeling dark while avoiding the stark, clinical brightness of pure white.

This is an ideal 'whole-house' neutral. It works best as a main wall colour to unify open-plan spaces or as a sophisticated, soft backdrop that allows furniture and art to take center stage.

LRV 55

History & Origin

While neutral tones are timeless, this specific hue leans modern. It fits well in contemporary renovations where you want a clean, updated look that avoids the coldness of modern grey-whites.

Undertonewarm
FamilyOrange

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware for a high-contrast, modern edge. Use it in living areas or bedrooms where you want a balanced, approachable atmosphere.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels restful and grounded. It lacks the aggressive undertones of yellow or pink, making it a reliable, calm backdrop that is easy on the eyes for daily use.

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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