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Sea Urchin 1

Dulux

The Analysis

Sea Urchin 1 is a deep, muted teal that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low 16.88 LRV. Because it is so dark, it will make a room feel more intimate and enclosed rather than expansive or airy.

It functions best as a dramatic, moody backdrop or a bold accent wall. It is generally too heavy for a main wall colour in small, windowless rooms unless you are intentionally aiming for a dark, cocoon-like effect.

LRV 17

History & Origin

This colour leans into a modern, sophisticated aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. Its complex, desaturated undertones align well with contemporary design trends that favor depth over high-contrast brightness.

Undertonecool
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How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut or light oak wood tones to balance the cool teal, and use matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It excels in bedrooms or media rooms where you want to minimize light bounce for a cozy feel.

The Mood

This shade provides a restful and grounded atmosphere, perfect for spaces where you want to retreat rather than energize. It feels stable and calm, avoiding the harshness of brighter, primary colours.

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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