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Rich Havana 6

Dulux

The Analysis

Rich Havana 6 is a saturated, golden-orange tone that acts like a permanent infusion of sunlight. With an LRV of 56.95, it is bright enough to push light around a room, though its intensity will make the walls feel physically closer and more intimate rather than expanding the space.

Due to its high pigment level, this is best used as a bold accent wall or in smaller spaces like a powder room or mudroom. If used as a main wall color, it will dominate the room’s aesthetic and dictate all other design choices.

LRV 57

History & Origin

This color aligns with the bold, experimental palettes of the 1970s and fits well within a revival of Mid-Century Modern design. It avoids the muted, chalky tones found in traditional heritage paint schemes.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal hardware to ground the brightness. It is an excellent choice for a kitchen or breakfast nook where you want a lively, high-energy atmosphere.

The Mood

This is an inherently energizing and social color that promotes warmth and activity. It is not a restful shade, so it works best in rooms where you want to feel active and engaged, rather than quiet or relaxed.

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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