CLAYWOOD
Jotun · 10051
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The Analysis
Claywood is a mid-toned, earthy neutral that anchors a room without making it feel cramped. With an LRV of 25.05, it absorbs a fair amount of light, which creates a cozy, enclosed atmosphere rather than a bright or expansive one.
This color serves best as a sophisticated backdrop or a cohesive main wall color in living areas. It acts as a reliable neutral that allows your furniture and art to take center stage.
LRV 25History & Origin
Claywood fits firmly within a modern, organic aesthetic rather than a specific period style. It avoids the starkness of contemporary grey and leans into the timeless, natural look popular in current design trends.
How to Use It
This shade excels in living rooms or bedrooms where you want to pair it with warm walnut wood tones and matte black hardware. Use it in rooms with ample natural light to prevent it from feeling too dark, as its lower LRV needs some help from windows or lamps.
The Mood
Living with this shade feels grounded and steady, making it an excellent choice for a space where you want to wind down. Because it lacks intense yellow or red undertones, it feels professional and calming rather than hyper-energizing.
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
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- Natural