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SWISS IRIS

Jotun · 4198

The Analysis

Swiss Iris is a crisp, mid-tone blue with a significant LRV of 61.06, meaning it reflects a healthy amount of light to keep rooms from feeling cave-like. It provides a cool, open feel that makes smaller spaces appear slightly more expansive.

This is an excellent choice for a main wall color in spaces where you want visual interest without overwhelming the senses. It functions well as a serene backdrop for art and neutral furnishings.

LRV 61

History & Origin

This shade leans toward a modern, fresh aesthetic rather than a traditional period look. It fits perfectly into contemporary homes looking for a clean, updated take on cool-toned palettes.

Undertonecool
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How to Use It

It works best in bathrooms, kitchens, or home offices. Pair it with light oak wood tones to soften the blue or matte black hardware to create a sharp, modern contrast.

The Mood

Living with this color feels clean, organized, and focused. It acts as a restful neutral that avoids the coldness of stark white while keeping the room atmosphere steady and calm.

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.

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    Benjamin Moore · 2062-60

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  • Holiday Road

    Behr · 560C-3

  • Sailing on the Bay

    Valspar · V106-2

  • Whiting Cottage

    Valspar · V108-1

  • Early September

    Behr · M500-2

Lighting

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

  • Natural