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Pharaohs Gold 1

Dulux

The Analysis

Pharaohs Gold 1 is a saturated, warm yellow that acts like a permanent light source, making rooms feel significantly brighter and more inviting. With an LRV of 60.71, it reflects a high amount of light, which helps smaller spaces feel open and punchy rather than cramped.

This colour works best as a deliberate focal point or a bold accent rather than a neutral backdrop. It serves as an excellent 'mood-lifter' for transitional spaces or areas where you want to encourage movement and social interaction.

LRV 61

History & Origin

It leans into a Mid-Century Modern aesthetic, drawing on the vibrant, optimistic palettes popularized in the 1950s. It feels nostalgic and intentional, rather than serving as a standard heritage neutral.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Use this in kitchens, mudrooms, or creative studios where you want high energy. Pair it with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal hardware to ground the brightness and prevent the room from feeling too 'sugary'.

The Mood

This is an energizing, high-activity colour that keeps a space feeling optimistic and alert. It is a bold choice for daily living that provides a sense of cheerfulness, though it may be too stimulating for spaces intended for deep relaxation or sleep.

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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