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.
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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 |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
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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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
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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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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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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