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Jewelled Creek 3

Dulux

The Analysis

Jewelled Creek 3 is a mid-tone blue-green that absorbs a fair amount of light due to its 35.2 LRV. Because it isn't very reflective, it will make a large room feel more intimate and grounded rather than making a small space feel airier.

This shade works best as a primary wall colour in rooms where you want to create a cohesive, cocoon-like atmosphere. It is slightly too dark for a minimal backdrop but acts as a sophisticated alternative to neutral greys.

LRV 35

History & Origin

This is a contemporary choice that moves away from traditional neutral palettes. It fits perfectly into modern design trends that favour saturated, earthy pigments over stark, historical pastels.

Undertonecool
FamilyTeal

How to Use It

This colour shines in bedrooms or studies; pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones to soften the blue. For hardware, matte black provides a sharp, modern contrast, while unlacquered brass adds a warmer, more traditional edge.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels balanced and restorative. It provides a calm, steady presence that avoids the clinical feel of sterile whites while being muted enough to prevent visual fatigue.

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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