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Spring Willow

Dulux

The Analysis

Spring Willow is a soft, warm yellow-green that effectively brightens rooms by reflecting ambient light rather than absorbing it. With an LRV of 64.02, it is mid-range, meaning it adds noticeable color without making a space feel smaller or cave-like.

This is an excellent choice for a main wall color in living areas or kitchens where you want to maintain a sense of space. It works best as a primary neutral that provides enough personality to keep a room from feeling sterile.

LRV 64

History & Origin

It leans into a modern interpretation of a classic garden palette, drawing inspiration from early 20th-century interiors. It avoids the heavy, dated look of past trends by maintaining a clean, contemporary saturation.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

This shade excels in kitchens and sunrooms where natural light can activate its green undertones. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the warmth and provide a sharp, modern contrast.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels organic and balanced, providing a constant connection to nature without being overly stimulating. It creates a cheerful, stable environment that feels cleaner than a traditional cream but more approachable than a stark 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

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

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