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Mineral Haze 1

Dulux

The Analysis

Mineral Haze 1 is a mid-tone grey that absorbs a fair amount of light, which can make a large room feel more intimate and grounded. Because it has an LRV of 30.14, it won't reflect much light back into the space, so it works best in rooms that already receive a decent amount of natural or artificial illumination.

It functions exceptionally well as a primary wall colour for a sophisticated living room or a dedicated home office. Because it sits in the middle of the value scale, it acts as a reliable bridge between lighter furnishings and darker decor elements.

LRV 30

History & Origin

This is a modern, architectural shade that aligns with contemporary design trends rather than historical period palettes. Its clean, cool profile is a hallmark of current high-end urban interior design.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut wood tones to soften the grey, or use matte black hardware to lean into a sharper, modern look. It is an excellent choice for bedrooms or media rooms where you want to reduce glare and create a focused environment.

The Mood

This colour provides a neutral, steady backdrop that feels highly professional and composed. It is a restful choice for daily life because it lacks jarring undertones, keeping the visual clutter in a room to a minimum.

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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