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Clay - Deep

Little Greene · 6154

The Analysis

Clay - Deep is a warm, mid-tone neutral that provides a steady, balanced glow without feeling overly yellow or stark. With an LRV of 65.57, it reflects a significant amount of light, which helps smaller rooms feel airy rather than enclosed.

This is an ideal 'foundation' color. It works perfectly as a primary wall color across open-plan spaces because it provides enough warmth to feel finished while remaining neutral enough to anchor bold furniture.

LRV 66

History & Origin

This shade bridges the gap between traditional heritage palettes and modern design. It mimics the natural pigments found in historic lime-washes, making it look authentic in period properties and sophisticated in new builds.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyBeige

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones like walnut or oak and matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. Use it in living rooms or kitchens where you want a clean, organized look that doesn't feel clinical.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and grounded. It is a restful, stable choice that avoids the visual fatigue caused by harsh, bright whites.

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.

  • Limescent

    Behr · MQ3-16

  • RICH CLAY

    Jotun · 1989

  • Wild Honey

    Behr · 760C-3

  • Fennel Splash

    Valspar · 6007-3B

  • Cornice Tan

    Benjamin Moore · CW-115

  • Cable Knit

    Benjamin Moore · CC-306

Lighting

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

  • Natural