SWISS IRIS
Jotun · 4198
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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 61History & 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.
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.
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Lighting
See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.
- Natural