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Sapphire Springs 2

Dulux

The Analysis

Sapphire Springs 2 is a deep, saturated blue that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 9.33. Because it doesn't reflect much light, it will make a room feel more intimate and enclosed rather than spacious or bright.

This is a high-impact colour best used as a bold accent or a deliberate 'mood' choice for a feature wall. If you paint an entire room this shade, it functions as a dark, enveloping backdrop rather than a neutral, airy base.

LRV 9

History & Origin

This is a modern, sophisticated shade that leans toward contemporary interior design. It lacks the chalky or muted quality typical of period-specific historic paint palettes.

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How to Use It

Use this in bedrooms or media rooms to enhance the sense of comfort. It pairs exceptionally well with warm-toned woods like walnut or metallic accents in brushed brass to prevent the space from feeling too cold.

The Mood

Living with this colour creates a grounded, focused atmosphere. It feels stable and calm, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to signal to your brain that it is time to slow down.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Sapphire Lace

    Behr · S-G-570

  • Atlantic Blue

    Dulux

  • Royal Regatta 2

    Dulux

  • Blue Suede Shoes

    Benjamin Moore · 798

  • Cobalt Embrace

    Dulux

  • Hyper Blue

    Sherwin-Williams · SW6965

Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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