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Tarragon Glory 4

Dulux

The Analysis

Tarragon Glory 4 is a mid-toned yellow-green that acts as a natural bridge between bold color and a neutral base. With an LRV of 50.84, it reflects about half of the light that hits it, keeping a room feeling balanced rather than cavernous or overwhelming.

This color works best as a main wall color in spaces where you want personality without going too dark. It is excellent for creating a focal point in a kitchen or study, though it may be too stimulating for a bedroom intended solely for rest.

LRV 51

History & Origin

This tone draws heavily from 1970s interior palettes, offering a retro-modern appeal. It feels like a contemporary evolution of classic heritage greens, making it perfect for blending vintage furniture with modern accents.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut wood tones or matte black metal fixtures to ground the brightness of the yellow undertones. It performs best in rooms with plenty of natural light, as the sunlight helps pull out the warm, golden character of the hue.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels productive and earthy, mimicking the natural vibrancy of foliage. It provides an energizing lift without the aggressive intensity of a pure primary yellow.

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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