ScandinavianNorth-Facing

Jade White

Dulux

The Analysis

Jade White is a pale, cool-toned off-white with a distinct minty undertone. With an LRV of 80.82, it is highly reflective and will significantly brighten dim spaces while making smaller rooms feel more open and airy.

This is an excellent choice for a main wall colour in rooms where you want a neutral palette with a hint of personality. It serves as a sophisticated backdrop that highlights architectural details without overwhelming the space.

LRV 81

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern and fresh choice. It moves away from the creamy, yellow-based whites of traditional period homes toward a cleaner, contemporary aesthetic.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

It works best in bathrooms, kitchens, or north-facing rooms that need a brightness boost. Pair it with light oak wood tones or matte black hardware to ground the cool undertones and create visual contrast.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels crisp, clean, and clinical in a refreshing way. It is a restful shade that avoids the sterile, icy feeling of a pure bright white, providing a subtle sense of calm throughout the day.

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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