This post is all about the best dark green paint colors!
Looking for the perfect shade of dark green paint? Finding the right color can be challenging with so many factors to consider. The shade, undertones, amount of light, and type of light can all affect the final look. So what do you need to know when choosing a color?
First, you’ll want to figure out how much natural light your room has, dark green can easily overpower a room that does not have enough light. Next, you’ll want to consider where that light is coming from.
If your windows face South or West the light will be warmer (more yellow) whereas windows that face North or East will generally have cool-toned light (more blue). East and West-facing windows have different light depending on the time of day.
This can affect your paint colors depending on their underlying tones. An easy rule for this is to choose a paint color with the opposite undertone. For example, a south-facing room has warm yellow light so choosing a paint color with cool undertones will balance the warmth from the light. Warm and cool undertones are enhanced when the light source matches their tone (ex. warm colors look warmer, cool colors look colder) this can make the undertones in the color more obvious and the color appears differently on the wall.
Lastly, you must also consider the color’s LRV or light reflective value. The LRV is measured on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being a true black and 100 being a true white. The closer the LRV is to 0 the more light is absorbed and the closer to 100 the more light is reflected. This is important when considering how light or dark a paint color will appear.
Now that you know the basics let’s move on to the 12 best dark green paint colors to choose for your home!
Dark Green Paint Colors
1. Black Forest Green By Benjamin Moore
A stunning deep shade of green, Black Forest Green by Benjamin Moore is a dramatic moody color. With an LRV of only 4.85 the color is VERY dark and would be best suited in a room with abundant natural light. The paint color leans to the cool side with a slight blue undertone that may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Black Forest Green – Wall Color Visual
Examples Of Black Forest Green
2. Grown By Sherwin Williams
A warm shade of green with a slight yellow undertone Grown by Sherwin Williams is a rich color with a hint of sophistication. The LRV of Grown sits at 8, making it a dark color that requires natural light to keep the deep shade from overpowering a room.
Grown – Wall Color Visual
Examples Of Grown
3. Lafayette Green By Benjamin Moore
Create a calming effect in your room with this cool shade of green by Benjamin Moore! Lafayette Green has an LRV of 10.54 making it a dark color with hints of blue undertones that may be noticeable in certain light.
Lafayette Green – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Lafayette Green
4. Cushing Green By Benjamin Moore
One of the lighter dark greens on the list, Cushing Green by Benjamin Moore sits at an LRV of 17.98. A perfect choice of dark green for a room lacking natural light, Cushing Green has a balanced blend of undertones resulting in a color with only a slight warmth.
Cushing Green – Wall Color Visual
5. Vintage Vouge By Benjamin Moore
Warm and cozy Vintage Vogue by Benjamin Moore will create a regal-looking room! The color has hints of gray undertones that make the space feel inviting and comfortable. With an LRV of 11.85, it absorbs a fair amount of light requiring a room with natural light sources.
Vintage Vogue – Wall Color Visual
Example of Vintage Vogue
6. Waller Green By Benjamin Moore
A rich and elegant color Waller Green by Benjamin Moore stuns as a dark green paint color! A color with depth and warmth, this green shade is DARK with an LRV of 6.14 It is one of the darker shades on this list.
Waller Green – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Waller Green
7. Backwoods By Benjamin Moore
Just like sitting in nature Backwoods by Benjamin Moore brings the outdoors in! This warm-toned color is cozy and inviting. With an LRV of 12.68, it is similar in color and tone to Vintage Vouge but slightly lighter.
Backwoods – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Backwoods
8. Roycroft Bronze Green By Sherwin Williams
A warm green that verges on brown Roycroft Bronze Green by Sherwin Williams is a beautifully blended color. The color is dark, sitting at an LRV of only 9, which combined with the warm undertones allows the color to create a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Roycroft Bronze Green – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Roycroft Bronze Green
9. Conifer Green By Behr
A bit of a chameleon Conifer Green by Behr is actually part of the gray family. A green with undertones of gray and subtle hints of blue it is the perfect color for those looking to ease into green. The LVR is 18, making the color the lightest on this list.
Conifer Green – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Conifer Green
10. Dark Olive By Benjamin Moore
Earthy and warm Dark Olive by Benjamin Moore is a stunning shade of green! The LRV sits at 13.52 making it a middle range dark green for this list. The warm undertone of the color mixed with hints of brown give the color a natural look.
Dark Olive – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Dark Olive
11. Peale Green By Benjamin Moore
Peale Green by Benjamin Moore is a true shade of green. The color has little noticeable undertones but leans ever so slightly warm. With an LRV of 14.5, it is a dark color but much lighter than many others on this list.
Peale Green – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Peale Green
12. Laurel Woods By Sherwin Williams
A deep muted shade of green Laurel Woods by Sherwin Williams is the perfect neutral green for your home. This warm shade of green has slight gray undertones and sits at an LRV of 6 making it one of the darker colors.
Laurel Woods – Wall Color Visual
Example Of Laurel Woods
For an easy way to compare the different shades of dark green paint colors check out the image below.
