Crushed Mint
Dulux
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The Analysis
Crushed Mint acts as a neutral bridge between grey and green, keeping a room feeling crisp without being sterile. With an LRV of 54.47, it reflects a moderate amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel open and balanced rather than closed in.
This is a versatile wall colour that functions best as a sophisticated backdrop. It is subtle enough to cover an entire room without overwhelming the space, allowing your furniture and decor to act as the primary focal points.
LRV 54History & Origin
While it draws on the legacy of early 20th-century pastel interiors, it avoids feeling dated. It is a modern, updated take on heritage mints, leaning into contemporary minimalism rather than period-specific decor.
How to Use It
It excels in bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens where you want a fresh atmosphere. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones for warmth, and use matte black hardware to provide a sharp, modern contrast.
The Mood
Living with this shade is consistently restful and orderly. It provides a clean, clutter-free backdrop that reduces visual noise, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to maintain focus and calm.
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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