Arctic Willow
We've categorized Arctic Willow as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can perfect for adding character to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 12 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#9A9C90
LRV
32.50
Arctic Willow in Real Rooms
Arctic Willow has a medium LRV of 32.5 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Kitchen Cabinets Photo
Arctic Willow cabinets paired with a matching backsplash create a "monolith" look that is incredibly popular in contemporary design. It's a bold, seamless approach that makes the kitchen feel integrated into the home's overall architecture.
Tikkurila Arctic Willow M495 kitchen cabinets
@lumpuilumpui
2 Bedroom Photos
Pairing Arctic Willow with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.
Tikkurila Arctic Willow M495 bedroom
@elina.hyttinen
@alisamria
4 Living Room Photos
There is a specific "glow" that Arctic Willow takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.
Tikkurila Arctic Willow M495 accent wall
@kauralyhde
@marillahoo
@parinpaivanhomma
@parinpaivanhomma
4 Misc Photos
These "miscellaneous" applications of Arctic Willow prove that there is truly no room in the house that wouldn't benefit from its sophisticated, grounded, and endlessly adaptable presence.
Tikkurila Arctic Willow M495 painted furniture
@cotoilu
@suvisillvan
@vuorensyrjassa
@neitikulho
1 Kitchen Photo
On kitchen walls, Arctic Willow adds a considered, intentional feel without demanding too much attention in a busy space. It holds its own against both warm wood countertops and cool quartz or marble, making it an incredibly flexible choice for the hardest-working and most high-traffic room in the house.
Tikkurila Arctic Willow M495 kitchen
@suvisillvan