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Jade Cameo

Valspar · V097-1

The Analysis

Jade Cameo is a mid-tone green with a significant gray base, meaning it manages light without becoming overwhelming. With an LRV of 55.29, it reflects a moderate amount of light, helping a space feel open and balanced rather than cave-like or starkly bright.

This is a versatile color that functions best as a sophisticated main wall choice or a tonal backdrop for wood furniture. It is subtle enough to cover an entire room without feeling like a 'bold' statement, yet it carries enough pigment to provide personality.

LRV 55

History & Origin

It draws on classic English countryside palettes, offering a timeless quality that bridges the gap between traditional heritage homes and contemporary, nature-inspired interiors.

Undertonecool
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms or bedrooms where you want to pair it with warm oak wood tones or matte black metal accents. Avoid pairing it with cool, clinical whites; instead, use creamy, off-white trims to keep the room feeling cohesive.

The Mood

Because it leans toward a natural, muted tone, this color is inherently restful and grounding. It provides a steady, calm backdrop that reduces visual clutter, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to decompress.

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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  • Desert Green

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Lighting

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

  • Natural