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Green Parrot 4

Dulux

The Analysis

Green Parrot 4 is a high-LRV (72.15) colour, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into the room. It makes spaces feel open and crisp, preventing the room from feeling closed-in or heavy.

It works best as a primary wall colour in spaces where you want a light, airy feel without resorting to stark white. It is bold enough to be a feature, but neutral enough to act as an unconventional background for art and furniture.

LRV 72

History & Origin

This is a modern, contemporary green that leans into current biophilic trends rather than traditional period palettes. It avoids the muted, dusty tones typical of Victorian or Heritage homes.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Use this in kitchens or sunrooms to amplify natural light. Pair it with light oak wood tones for a soft look, or matte black hardware if you want to provide a sharp, modern contrast.

The Mood

This shade is distinctly energizing and fresh, mimicking the vibrancy of new spring growth. Living with it daily provides a stimulating, optimistic backdrop that feels clean rather than moody.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Fairway Mist

    Behr · 430A-3

  • O'Reilly Green

    Benjamin Moore · 555

  • Pine Sprigs

    Benjamin Moore · 423

  • Green Reflection

    Valspar · V022-1

  • Scenic View

    Benjamin Moore · 424

  • Mountain Mint

    Behr · 450A-3

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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