Still Water
Dulux
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The Analysis
Still Water is a high-LRV (73.24) colour, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light and will make a small or dim room feel considerably more open and airy. It acts as a bright, clean foundation that prevents spaces from feeling boxed in.
This colour works best as a main wall shade for entire rooms, providing a subtle blue-green undertone that feels more interesting than standard white. It is light enough to function as a neutral, so it won’t overwhelm your furniture or decor.
LRV 73History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern, fresh colour. It lacks the heavy saturation of period-specific palettes, making it a perfect fit for contemporary homes looking for a crisp, updated aesthetic.
How to Use It
It excels in bathrooms or bedrooms, especially when paired with warm wood tones like oak to balance the cool temperature of the paint. Use matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast or polished chrome for a seamless, clinical look.
The Mood
Living with this shade is consistently restful and orderly. It provides a clean, neutral backdrop that reduces visual clutter, making it an excellent choice for high-stress areas like home offices or bedrooms.
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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