New North
Valspar · V138-2
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The Analysis
New North is a cool-toned, pale grey-blue that keeps a room feeling open and crisp. With an LRV of 61.3, it reflects a significant amount of light, making smaller or darker rooms feel much more spacious and airy.
It functions best as a versatile neutral for main living areas or bedrooms. It is subtle enough to act as a backdrop for art and furniture without competing for attention.
LRV 61History & Origin
This is a distinctly modern, contemporary shade. It lacks the warmth of traditional heritage colors, fitting perfectly into updated, minimalist-leaning home designs.
How to Use It
This shade excels in bathrooms and bedrooms where you want a clean aesthetic. Pair it with light oak wood tones or matte black hardware to ground the cool blue undertones.
The Mood
This color provides a composed, stable backdrop that feels clean and orderly. It is a restful choice for daily life because it lacks intense saturation, which prevents the space from feeling overwhelming or busy.
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
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