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Luck Of The Irish

Behr · P380-7

The Analysis

Luck Of The Irish is a deep, saturated forest green that pulls light into the walls rather than reflecting it. Because of its low LRV of 15.61, it will make a room feel cozy and enclosed rather than spacious or airy.

This is a bold, high-impact choice that functions best as an accent wall, cabinetry color, or for a 'drenched' room effect where walls and trim are the same color. It is too dark to serve as a neutral backdrop for a typical living space.

LRV 16

History & Origin

This tone leans into a traditional Heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of classic library or study palettes from the late 19th century. It feels established and permanent rather than trendy or minimalist.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It pairs exceptionally well with warm, medium-toned wood grains like walnut or teak and metallic finishes like unlacquered brass. Use this in a den, a powder room, or a home office to lean into the moody, sophisticated atmosphere.

The Mood

This shade feels grounding and stable, offering a sense of calm that is perfect for areas where you want to wind down. It is a restful, mature color that avoids the over-stimulation of brighter, punchier greens.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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