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OXFORD RIVER

Jotun · 9915

The Analysis

Oxford River is a balanced, light-grey neutral that keeps a room feeling crisp and open. With an LRV of 65.74, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more spacious and airy without the clinical glare of a pure white.

This is an ideal main wall colour for an entire floor plan. It serves as a reliable backdrop that allows your furniture and art to stand out rather than competing with the wall shade.

LRV 66

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, updated look rather than a traditional period style. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes that prioritize clean lines and a simplified, uncluttered aesthetic.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones like walnut or white oak to prevent the room from feeling too cold. For metals, use matte black for a sharp, modern contrast or brushed brass if you want to add a bit of warmth to the space.

The Mood

Living with this colour is very restful because it acts as a neutral canvas that doesn't demand attention. It creates a clean, organized environment that helps lower visual clutter, making it excellent for high-traffic areas or bedrooms.

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.

  • Whisper

    Benjamin Moore · CSP-500

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  • Sandstone Gray

    Valspar · 7004-18

  • Subtle

    Colourtrend

  • Tempered Gray

    Valspar · 4004-1A

  • Lilac Hush

    Benjamin Moore · CSP-490

Lighting

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

  • Natural