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GLASS BLUE

Jotun · 6247

The Analysis

Glass Blue is a high-LRV paint, meaning it reflects a large amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel significantly more open and airy. Because it sits between a cool blue and a soft grey-green, it acts as a crisp neutral that prevents a room from feeling overly clinical.

It functions best as a versatile main wall colour for living areas, bedrooms, or bathrooms. It is subtle enough to let your furniture and artwork take center stage while providing enough pigment to keep the walls from looking stark white.

LRV 72

History & Origin

This is a thoroughly modern choice that fits well with contemporary interior design. It avoids the heavy saturation of traditional period colours, opting instead for a fresh, light-reflective quality that feels current.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

This colour works exceptionally well with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak or ash, and pairs cleanly with matte black hardware for a sharp contrast. Use it in rooms where you want to maximize natural brightness, as its green undertones will stay balanced rather than turning icy.

The Mood

This shade promotes a sense of mental clarity and calm, making it ideal for spaces where you want to wind down or focus. It feels clean and organized, providing a steady backdrop that won't overwhelm your senses over time.

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