Heavily veined Calacatta marble countertops and unlacquered brass hardware complement dark green cabinetry finished in Benjamin Moore Black Forest Green (Hex #242E2C).

Black Forest Green HC-187

Benjamin Moore
LRV 4.85

Benjamin Moore Black Forest Green is a blackened shade of green that permeates any space with a sense of reassurance. This deeply saturated, moody color has subtle blue undertones, creating a dramatic, elegant atmosphere perfect for cabinetry or statement walls.

Paint Technical Profile

Color ID / SKU HC-187
HEX Code #242E2C
Light Reflectance (LRV) 4.85
Temperature Cool
Primary Undertone Dark Green
Hidden Undertones Blue, Gray
Use Interior, Exterior
Best Exposures South-facing, West-facing
Best For Kitchen cabinets, libraries, accent walls, dining rooms, exteriors

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A split digital conceptual board showcasing a Benjamin Moore Black Forest Green kitchen above, with honed Carrara marble and unlacquered brass below.

Digital color test: Deep, moody shaker cabinets ground this high-end culinary space, accented beautifully by unlacquered brass hardware.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Crisp morning sunlight
  • Wall Color:BM Simply White
  • Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
  • Countertops:Honed Carrara marble

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A conceptual board for a color-drenched moody library on the top half, displaying dark mahogany and cognac leather swatches on the textured bottom.

Concept visualization: A completely color-drenched study enveloped in a rich dark tone, paired with cognac leather and vintage brass.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Moody, low-angle afternoon sun
  • Trim Recommendation:Color drenched in
  • Key Materials:Dark mahogany, cognac leather
  • Styling Pro Tips:Use vintage brass accents
A split digital layout featuring a dark accent wall in a mid-century space above, and teak wood with textured upholstery swatches below.

Digital rendering: A bold, dark accent wall anchors this mid-century modern living space, complementing warm teak wood tones.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Soft diffused daylight
  • Surrounding Walls:BM Swiss Coffee
  • Architectural Style:Mid-century modern
  • Wood Tones:Teak

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A digital conceptual board illustrating a sophisticated dark dining room on top, with olive velvet and blackened steel materials below.

Lighting study: Evening candlelight enhances the sophisticated depth of these dark walls, harmonizing with olive velvet seating.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Evening ambient glow with candlelight
  • Trim Recommendation:BM Edgecomb Gray
  • Key Materials:Olive velvet, blackened steel
  • Vibe:Intimate and sophisticated

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A split digital board showing a modern craftsman exterior with dark siding above, and natural cedar shingle and aged copper samples below.

Exterior visualization: Late afternoon golden hour illuminates this dark craftsman siding, beautifully offset by natural cedar and copper gutters.

Design Specifications

  • Lighting Exposure:Late afternoon golden hour
  • Trim Recommendation:BM White Dove
  • Key Materials:Cedar shingles, copper gutters
  • Architectural Style:Modern Craftsman

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