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Pavilion Blue

Farrow & Ball · 252

The Analysis

Pavilion Blue is a crisp, pale blue-green that excels at reflecting light. Because of its high Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.66, it bounces illumination around the room, making smaller or darker spaces feel significantly more open and airy.

This colour works best as a primary wall choice for creating a cohesive, neutral foundation. It acts as a versatile backdrop that keeps a room feeling light without the harshness of a pure, stark white.

LRV 78

History & Origin

While it draws inspiration from 18th-century country house palettes, it feels entirely modern today. It bridges the gap between classic heritage decor and contemporary, pared-back interiors.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

This shade is perfect for bathrooms or kitchens where you want a crisp, hygienic feel. Pair it with light oak or walnut wood tones and matte black hardware to ground the space and prevent it from feeling too soft.

The Mood

Living with this shade is consistently restful and clean. It provides a steady, calm backdrop that doesn't feel clinical, helping to reduce visual clutter in high-traffic living areas.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Dewdrop

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  • Frostproof

    Behr · QE-41

  • Alpine Peak

    Valspar · V099-1

  • Just A Little 0460

    Colourtrend

  • Almost Pistachio

    Dulux

Lighting

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

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