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SOFT MINT

Jotun · 7555

The Analysis

Soft Mint is a balanced mid-tone that provides enough pigment to be noticed without overwhelming a space. With an LRV of 61.56, it reflects a solid amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel more open and airy rather than cramped.

This shade functions perfectly as a main wall color because it acts as a neutral with a hint of personality. It serves well as a bridge between stark white walls and more saturated, adventurous color palettes.

LRV 62

History & Origin

While green has historical roots in traditional interiors, this specific muted, grey-leaning mint is decidedly modern. It fits current trends favoring soft, natural tones over the clinical whites of the past decade.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It excels in bathrooms and kitchens where a fresh, hygienic feel is desired. Pair it with light white oak for a warm natural contrast, or use matte black hardware to ground the space and prevent the room from feeling too 'sugary'.

The Mood

Living with this color feels clean and restorative. It is inherently restful, providing a steady, calm backdrop that reduces visual clutter in high-traffic areas of the home.

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