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Tarragon Glory 6

Dulux

The Analysis

Tarragon Glory 6 is a saturated, golden-toned yellow-green that acts as a powerful light reflector. Because of its LRV of 57.08, it will make a room feel significantly brighter and more expansive, effectively bouncing natural light around the space.

This is a bold, personality-driven choice that works best as a main wall colour in social areas or as a lively accent. It is too intense for a neutral backdrop, so use it where you want the walls to be a primary feature of the room's design.

LRV 57

History & Origin

This shade carries a distinct Mid-Century Modern influence, reminiscent of the vibrant, organic palettes popular in the 1950s and 60s. It feels nostalgic and intentional, moving away from the bland 'greige' trends of recent years.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

This colour pairs best with dark wood tones like walnut or teak to ground the brightness, or matte black hardware to add a sharp, modern contrast. It performs exceptionally well in kitchens or breakfast nooks where its warm, organic energy can complement natural materials.

The Mood

Living with this colour creates an energizing and optimistic environment. It leans toward a 'sunny' feel, which makes it a great choice for spaces where you want to feel active and alert, rather than sleepy or relaxed.

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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