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DELFT

Jotun · 4490

The Analysis

Delft is a mid-tone blue-grey that stabilizes a room by absorbing excess glare while maintaining a bright feel. With an LRV of 46.03, it reflects enough light to keep a space feeling open without the harsh brightness of pure white.

It works best as a main wall colour in living areas or bedrooms where you want a consistent, unified look. Because it is balanced, it serves as a sophisticated backdrop that lets your furniture and art take center stage.

LRV 46

History & Origin

This colour is a modern nod to classic Dutch blue-and-white pottery, bridging the gap between traditional heritage palettes and contemporary interior design. It feels timeless rather than trendy, avoiding the sterility of ultra-modern greys.

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How to Use It

Pair this with warm oak or walnut wood tones to soften the blue, and use matte black hardware for a clean, modern edge. It performs best in rooms with ample natural light, where the blue undertones can truly wake up.

The Mood

This shade promotes a sense of focus and calm, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to reduce visual noise. It feels clean and grounded, providing a stable, low-stress environment for daily life.

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.

  • Natural