Just like the illusion above, seeing something is just the beginning of the investigation, not the end. Eyewitness reports are notoriously unreliable, even when someone swears up and down “I know what I saw.” And it’s something to keep in mind when someone claims they saw a UFO, or a ghost, or Bigfoot. Although grey is one colour it comes in numerous shades, from cool grey-greens to subtle light greys, like brown, it can add warmth without being too much.

Richard Feynman called it (with characteristic simplistic brilliance) “a way of not fooling ourselves”. Grey is a beautiful colour on its own but it also works so well with every other colour because its the ultimate neutral. Our 4 most popular true greys are Chic Shadow, Polished Pebble, Urban Obsession and Night Jewels 3.

Teals popularity in design is due to its flexibility and adaptability, as it can be easily paired with. Teal is classified as a moderate bluish-green by the ISCC-NBS color system. In the HSV color space, it has a hue of 180 degrees, a saturation of 100, and a value of 50. It’s extremely easy to fool our eyes and brain, and we should never simply trust that what we see, what we think is going on, is a fair and accurate representation of reality. At Dulux we have a collection of true greys shades which will look great in any room. The hex code for teal is 008080, and its RGB values are (0, 128, 128). But there’s another reason I’m so fond of illusions: They show us in no uncertain terms that what we see is not what we get. As we already mentioned, blue is named after the queen. We are not finished with supreme authority yet. 3333FF Royal Blue (Safe Hex3) aka Neon Blue. Move these around the room during different times of the day when your natural light is at its best or weakest. Invest in sample pots of your colors and paint test squares. I think people enjoy seeing things that baffle them puzzles are very enticing and addictive. The color defined as blue in the RGB color model, X11 blue, is the brightest possible blue that can be reproduced on a computer screen, and is the color named blue in X11. Here are a few more examples of Royal Blue: 4876FF Royal Blue 1. If pure white is too stark against your gray paint colors add yellow, brown, cream or red to your white trim to add warmth and color balance. You can create a stylish and inviting space by balancing the dark elements with lighter colors and plenty of natural light.I love stuff like this! First, because it’s simply delightful. Another option is to use the darker color on furniture or decor items, such as a dark-colored sofa or accent chairs, dark curtains, or a dark area rug. One option is to use the darker color on an accent wall, which can create a focal point and add depth to the room without making it feel too dark or small. There are still ways to incorporate darker colors into your small space without overwhelming it. While these colors can add drama and personality to a room, they can also make the area smaller and more cramped. They work exceptionally well in larger rooms with plenty of natural light, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.īeing strategic is essential when using darker paint colors in a small space. A shade is achieved by adding black to any pure hue, while a tint is created by mixing white to any pure color. Dark-toned blue-grey paints have intense blue-grey undertones and can range from deep navy to slate grey. These colors are the deepest and richest of the three categories, and they can add a touch of sophistication to any room. Lastly, let's talk about dark blue-grey paints.

Shades of light blue grey