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Steel Parade

Dulux

The Analysis

Steel Parade is a mid-tone grey with cool undertones that acts as a stabilizer for a room. With an LRV of 47.34, it reflects a moderate amount of light, meaning it won't make a dark room feel cavernous, but it won't push light around like a bright white either.

This is a perfect workhorse neutral for main living areas or hallways. It functions best as a backdrop that allows furniture and artwork to stand out without competing for attention.

LRV 47

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into modern design sensibilities. It moves away from the ornate, warm palettes of the past, favoring the sleek, clean lines associated with contemporary architecture.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyTeal

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones like walnut or oak to balance the coolness of the grey. For fixtures, matte black hardware creates a sharp, industrial contrast, while brushed brass adds a touch of necessary warmth.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels composed and steady. It creates a quiet, restful environment that avoids the starkness of clinical white, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to reduce visual noise.

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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