April Rain
Valspar · V100-4
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The Analysis
April Rain is a muted, desaturated blue-green that acts as a neutral rather than a loud pop of color. With an LRV of 38, it absorbs more light than it reflects, meaning it will pull a room inward and create a grounded, cozy atmosphere rather than making it feel expansive or airy.
This is a versatile backdrop color that sits comfortably between grey and green. It works best as a main wall color in living areas or bedrooms where you want a sophisticated, monochromatic base that doesn't compete with your furniture.
LRV 38History & Origin
This color aligns with modern transitional design. It bridges the gap between traditional heritage palettes and contemporary clean lines, offering a timeless look that avoids being tied to a specific historical trend.
How to Use It
It pairs beautifully with warm wood tones like walnut or white oak, which prevent the cool tones from feeling chilly. For metals, choose matte black for a modern contrast or unlacquered brass to highlight the subtle green undertones.
The Mood
Because of its grey undertones, this color feels inherently calm and steady, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to reduce visual noise. It feels restful and professional, lacking the frantic energy of brighter greens or blues.
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