Benjamin Moore Forest Green is an enchanting, dark green with a grounding, sophisticated presence. Featuring an LRV of 7.58, this deep hue carries a cool blue-green undertone, creating a subdued, almost blackened depth in lower lighting conditions.
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Paint Technical Profile
| Color ID / SKU | 2047-10 |
| HEX Code | #174A43 |
| Light Reflectance (LRV) | 7.58 |
| Temperature | Cool |
| Primary Undertone | Blue-green |
| Hidden Undertones | Gray, Teal |
| Use | Interior, Exterior |
| Best Exposures | South, West |
| Best For | Cabinetry, Accent Walls, Front Doors, Libraries, Moody Bedrooms |
Digital Visualizations & Applications Explore curated design concepts and coordinating palettes.
Digital visualization: This deep emerald hue applied to kitchen cabinetry, paired with unlacquered brass hardware and marble.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Soft morning light filtering through reeded glass
- Hardware Finishes:Unlacquered brass
- Countertop:Honed Calacatta Viola marble
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore White Dove
- Flooring:Herringbone white oak
Complementary Paint Colors
Concept board: A rich botanical shade anchoring an architectural wall, complemented by warm walnut and ivory textiles.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dramatic side-cast afternoon sunlight
- Key Materials:Walnut slat wood, ivory boucle
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
- Styling Pro Tips:Abstract line art, fiddle leaf fig
- Vibe:Earthy and sophisticated
Complementary Paint Colors
Color test: An earthy green tone revitalizing a classic exterior entrance against textured limewashed brick siding.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Overcast, diffused outdoor light
- Exterior Siding:Limewashed brick
- Hardware Finishes:Aged bronze
- Flooring:Bluestone pavers
- Styling Pro Tips:Oversized terracotta planters with olive trees
Space visualization: A moody, enveloping shade transforming floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, accented by warm antique brass picture lights.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Warm, low-level ambient evening lighting
- Architectural Style:Classic millwork with floor-to-ceiling bookshelves
- Key Materials:Cognac leather, dark mahogany
- Styling Pro Tips:Vintage globes, stacked antique books
- Hardware Finishes:Antique brass picture lights
Digital rendering: A sophisticated deep green hue enveloping intimate bedroom walls, contrasted with heavy charcoal linen bedding.
Design Specifications
- Lighting Exposure:Dimly lit, warm bedside sconce glow
- Key Materials:Charcoal linen, brushed brass
- Coordinating Color:Benjamin Moore Hale Navy
- Flooring:Dark walnut
- Vibe:Intimate and sophisticated
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