SHALLOW WATER
Jotun · 6148
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The Analysis
Shallow Water is a high-LRV paint, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into your space, making smaller rooms feel notably larger and more open. Because it is a light, cool-toned green, it prevents a room from feeling cavernous while effectively washing out dark corners.
This is a perfect candidate for a main wall colour throughout open-plan living areas or bedrooms. It functions best as a subtle, versatile neutral that creates a cohesive flow between different rooms.
LRV 79History & Origin
This shade leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a period-specific look. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking to soften sharp architectural lines without resorting to traditional cream or grey palettes.
How to Use It
Use this in bathrooms or kitchens to complement white subway tile, or pair it with light oak wood tones for a balanced, natural look. If you want to add contrast, matte black hardware will pop against the green, while unlacquered brass will lean into a warmer, organic style.
The Mood
Living with this colour is inherently restful and orderly. It provides a clean, neutral backdrop that avoids the sterile, clinical feel often associated with stark white walls.
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