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Jewelled Creek 5

Dulux

The Analysis

Jewelled Creek 5 is a crisp, blue-leaning grey that excels at making smaller rooms feel more spacious and open. With an LRV of 61.12, it reflects a significant amount of light, effectively brightening up areas that might otherwise feel dull or cramped.

It functions best as a primary wall colour, acting as a versatile backdrop for furniture and art. Because it is relatively understated, it won't compete with your decor, allowing your other design elements to stand out.

LRV 61

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern choice that avoids the heavy, moody pigments found in heritage palettes. It aligns with contemporary design trends that prioritize light, airy, and functional living spaces.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyTeal

How to Use It

This shade works perfectly in bathrooms or bedrooms where you want a fresh feel. Pair it with light oak wood tones for warmth or matte black hardware to add a sharp, modern contrast to the cooler blue undertones.

The Mood

This colour provides a clean, neutral background that promotes a sense of order and calm. It is a stable, reliable tone that won't overwhelm your senses, making it easy to live with over the long term.

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

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  • Silvery Blue

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  • Adorbs

    Valspar · V139-5

  • Cloudy Day

    Behr · 540E-2

Lighting

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

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