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PURE

Jotun · 9931

The Analysis

PURE is an exceptionally high-LRV white, meaning it reflects over 91% of light. It effectively eliminates shadows and maximizes brightness, making even small or cramped rooms feel significantly more open and airy.

This is a quintessential main wall color designed to serve as a gallery-style canvas. It is best used to unify an open-plan space or to create a seamless transition between different rooms.

LRV 91

History & Origin

This is a strictly modern, contemporary choice that favors sharp, clean lines over traditional warmth. It represents the shift toward minimalist, gallery-inspired residential design.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

Use this in rooms where you want to highlight art or furniture rather than the walls themselves. It pairs best with warm oak wood tones to prevent the space from feeling clinical, and matte black hardware for high-contrast, modern definition.

The Mood

Living with this shade creates a clean, distraction-free environment that feels mentally organized. Because it is so neutral, it provides a restful, stable backdrop that doesn't compete for your attention.

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

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  • New Ream

    Valspar · V127-5

  • High Reflective White

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  • Pure Brilliant White

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Lighting

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

  • Natural