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Fresh Pine

Dulux

The Analysis

Fresh Pine is a deep, saturated green that pulls light from the room rather than reflecting it, creating a cozy, enclosed atmosphere. Because of its low LRV of 10.78, it will make a space feel smaller and more intimate, which is perfect for rooms where you want to eliminate shadows or glare.

This colour works best as a bold accent or a deliberate, statement wall rather than an all-over room colour. It provides a rich, high-contrast backdrop that makes furniture and artwork pop.

LRV 11

History & Origin

This is a classic Heritage choice, reminiscent of the traditional dark greens found in early 20th-century studies and libraries. It bridges the gap between old-world character and modern, clean-lined interior design.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Use this in smaller rooms like home offices or powder rooms, paired with warm walnut wood tones or matte black metal fixtures. To keep the space from feeling too dark, ensure you have multiple layers of warm, ambient lighting.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels grounded and restful rather than stimulating. It provides a stable, serious backdrop that helps clear visual clutter, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to focus.

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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