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Dried Sage

Dulux

The Analysis

Dried Sage is a mid-toned, muted green with a significant amount of grey. With an LRV of 34.01, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which will make a room feel cozy and enclosed rather than bright and airy.

It works best as a main wall colour in rooms where you want to create a sense of retreat. It functions as a neutral, allowing you to use it on all four walls without the space feeling overwhelming.

LRV 34

History & Origin

This colour leans into a traditional, heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of classic country homes and early 20th-century interiors. It avoids the harshness of modern clinical tones, opting for a timeless, organic look.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

This shade excels in home offices or bedrooms. Pair it with warm oak wood tones for a natural look, or use matte black hardware to give it a sharper, more contemporary edge.

The Mood

This shade provides a restful and stable atmosphere because it mimics natural foliage. It’s an ideal choice if you want a room to feel grounded and calm, rather than stimulating or high-energy.

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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