Benjamin Moore Ashwood Moss 1484 is a deep, moody graphite-green that evokes the feeling of a dark, veiled forest. With strong gray undertones, this rich color acts as a grounding neutral for dramatic and cozy spaces.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 1484 |
| HEX Code | #565851 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 10.46 |
| Temperature | Warm |
| Primary Undertone | Green |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Black |
| Use | Interior |
| Best Exposures | South, East |
| Best For | Kitchen islands, moody bedrooms, cabinetry, accent walls, home offices |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Concept board: A deep olive green applied to a central kitchen island, paired with rich marble and aged brass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Crisp, directional task lighting mixed with natural side-light
- Main Cabinets:Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Countertop:Calacatta Viola marble
- Hardware Finishes:Aged brass
- Flooring:Wide plank European oak
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Digital visualization: Exploring this dramatic dark green on floor-to-ceiling board and batten millwork with moody sconce lighting.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Low, moody, indirect sconce lighting casting dramatic shadows
- Wall Treatment:Floor-to-ceiling board and batten
- Textiles:Charcoal velvet, dark olive linen
- Metals:Matte black
Material study: Rich green-black inset cabinetry contrasted by matte black soapstone and antique mirror glass.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dim, intimate spotlighting highlighting glass shelves
- Backsplash:Antique mirror glass
- Countertop:Black soapstone
- Hardware Finishes:Knurled dark bronze
Digital color test: A classic traditional dining space anchored by a deep olive paneled wall and herringbone floors.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm candlelight and a central brass chandelier glow
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Pale Oak
- Flooring:Dark espresso herringbone wood
- Architectural Style:Classic Traditional
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Design rendering: This enveloping dark green applied to built-in bookshelves and wainscoting within a scholarly workspace.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Diffused, cool north-facing daylight through a steel-framed window
- Millwork:Built-in bookshelves and wainscoting
- Furniture:Cognac leather chair, burl wood desk
- Trim Recommendation:Benjamin Moore Black Beauty
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Room Compatibility & Clashes Diagnoses
Hackrea's reports evaluating the compatibility of Ashwood Moss in real rooms.West-Facing Kitchen Peninsula
"The paint's deep olive undertones anchor the lower cabinetry, establishing an organic, grounding bridge between the honey-oak floors and crisp white uppers."
South-Facing Interior Under Construction
"Color-drenching the envelope in deep olive moss creates an enveloping, dramatic cocoon under warm southern light, but requires intentional illumination to keep the dropped bulkhead and ceiling plane from reading overly dark."
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