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Midnight Iris 4

Dulux

The Analysis

Midnight Iris 4 is a crisp, cool-toned grey-blue that creates a bright, airy environment. Because it has an LRV of 64.02, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and spacious.

This is a versatile foundation colour that works well as a primary wall choice for living rooms or bedrooms. It is subtle enough to serve as a backdrop for artwork or bold furniture without overpowering the space.

LRV 64

History & Origin

This shade leans into a modern aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. Its clean, cool undertones align perfectly with contemporary design trends that favor sharp lines and simplified palettes.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to soften the cool effect or matte black hardware for a high-contrast modern look. It works best in rooms with plenty of natural light to prevent the blue undertones from looking too chilly.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels clean, orderly, and calm. It provides a neutral, steady background that doesn’t demand attention, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to reduce visual clutter.

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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