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Jade Pinafore

Dulux

The Analysis

Jade Pinafore is a muted, mid-tone teal that acts as a bridge between green and blue. With an LRV of 41.47, it reflects a moderate amount of light, meaning it won’t make a room feel cavernous, but it also won’t wash out like a pastel.

It works best as a main wall colour in living areas or as a sophisticated backdrop in a bedroom. Because it sits in the middle range, it provides enough personality to stand alone without needing heavy accents to support it.

LRV 41

History & Origin

This is a contemporary take on classic botanical shades. While it draws inspiration from early 20th-century interiors, its clean, non-dusty finish keeps it firmly in the modern camp.

Undertonecool
FamilyGreen

How to Use It

This shade excels in spaces with plenty of natural light, paired best with light oak woods or matte black fixtures for a sharp contrast. Avoid pairing it with heavily yellow-toned woods, as the green undertones may clash.

The Mood

This colour creates a restful and balanced environment. It lacks the jarring intensity of bright primary colours, making it a reliable choice for areas where you want to feel calm rather than overstimulated.

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.

  • Intracoastal

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  • Winter Surf

    Behr · 490D-5

  • Cooled Blue

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6759

  • Skydive

    Benjamin Moore · CSP-700

  • Patina Hue

    Valspar · V063-3

  • Eucalyptus

    Benjamin Moore · 621

Lighting

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

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