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Mineral Haze 3

Dulux

The Analysis

Mineral Haze 3 is a crisp, cool-toned grey that effectively brightens rooms by reflecting a high amount of light. With an LRV of 70.86, it helps bounce natural light around, which prevents small or cramped areas from feeling boxed in.

This is a quintessential 'whole-home' neutral that works perfectly as a primary wall colour. It functions as a subtle backdrop, allowing your furniture and art to take center stage without competing for visual attention.

LRV 71

History & Origin

This is a firmly modern choice that avoids the heavy, moody palettes of the past. It aligns with contemporary design trends that prioritize light, airy, and uncluttered interiors.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms, hallways, and home offices. Pair it with light-to-medium oak for a natural look, or use matte black hardware to create a sharp, high-contrast modern edge.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels organized, calm, and distraction-free. Because it lacks aggressive yellow or red undertones, it provides a clean, neutral baseline that makes a space feel tidy and ready for productivity.

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.

  • Natural
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