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TREND

Jotun · 4136

The Analysis

TREND is a mid-toned, neutral grey that provides a balanced, steady presence in a room. With an LRV of 52.37, it reflects a moderate amount of light, meaning it won’t make a dark room feel cavernous nor will it wash out a space with excess glare.

This is a versatile, dependable backdrop colour rather than a focal point. It works best as an all-over wall treatment to create a seamless, cohesive look that lets your furniture and art dictate the room's character.

LRV 52

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern, urban neutral. It lacks the heavy historical undertones of traditional period colours, making it perfect for contemporary apartments or renovated homes that lean toward a clean, current aesthetic.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with crisp white trim to add definition and warmth-toned wood furniture to prevent the room from feeling too cold. If you use metals, matte black hardware will provide a sharp, modern contrast, while brushed brass adds a touch of necessary warmth.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels grounding and remarkably stable. It is a restful, low-stimulation neutral that reduces visual clutter, making it an excellent choice for areas where you want to switch off and relax.

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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  • Satire

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  • Posture And Pose

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Lighting

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

  • Natural