Rock Salt
Dulux
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The Analysis
Rock Salt is a high-LRV (82.05) white, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into the room. This makes it an excellent choice for expanding the visual footprint of smaller spaces or brightening areas that feel cramped.
It functions best as a foundational 'whole-home' wall colour or a crisp backdrop for artwork and furniture. Because it is so neutral, it works equally well as a primary wall choice or a brightening trim colour.
LRV 82History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern, fresh choice that suits contemporary architecture. It leans away from the ornate, warm tones of traditional heritage palettes and toward a streamlined, current aesthetic.
How to Use It
It pairs best with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak or cool-toned metals like matte black or brushed nickel. Use it in kitchens or hallways where you want a crisp, reflective surface to bounce natural light.
The Mood
This colour provides a clean, neutral slate that prevents visual clutter. It is a restful, low-stimulation shade that keeps a room feeling orderly and fresh without the clinical intensity of a pure, un-tinted white.
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
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