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Sesame Seed

Dulux

The Analysis

Sesame Seed is a balanced, warm neutral that brightens a room without the starkness of pure white. With an LRV of 64.62, it reflects a significant amount of light, helping smaller rooms feel open and less cramped.

It functions perfectly as a main wall colour throughout a home, acting as a versatile backdrop for artwork or furniture. It is subtle enough to flow between rooms, creating a cohesive look without overpowering the space.

LRV 65

History & Origin

This colour leans into a modern, organic aesthetic rather than a specific historical period. It avoids the heavy pigment trends of the past, opting instead for a contemporary, clean-lined appearance.

Undertonewarm
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

This shade shines in living areas and bedrooms, pairing well with light oak wood tones and matte black hardware for contrast. It also works beautifully with brass fixtures to lean into its underlying warmth.

The Mood

This shade provides a calm, stable environment that feels grounded rather than clinical. It’s a restful choice for daily living because it lacks aggressive yellow or grey undertones that can cause eye fatigue.

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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