Swatchd
Sign inGet started
HeritageSouth-Facing

Amazon Green

Benjamin Moore · 2136-30

The Analysis

Amazon Green is a deeply saturated, dark teal-toned green. Because it has a very low Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.15, it absorbs most light, which will make a room feel smaller, cozier, and more enclosed.

It acts best as a dramatic, moody accent or as an all-over color in smaller rooms like a library or powder room. If you use it on all four walls, expect it to blur the corners of the room and create a cocoon-like effect.

LRV 8

History & Origin

This color leans into a classic, Heritage-style aesthetic, reminiscent of traditional wood-paneled libraries and formal study rooms from the early 20th century. It feels established and permanent rather than trendy.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyTeal

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut wood tones to soften the dark edges, or use brushed brass hardware to provide a sharp, high-contrast pop. It also looks excellent alongside matte black accents for a clean, modern edge.

The Mood

This shade feels grounding and sophisticated, making it a great choice for rooms where you want a sense of rest and focus. It’s a serious color, providing a calm, weighted atmosphere that feels settled rather than energizing.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Everard Blue

    Benjamin Moore · CW-575

  • Thermal

    Behr · S440-7

  • Long Water

    Valspar · 8003-39G

  • Profound

    Colourtrend

  • Midnight Teal

    Valspar · V141-2

  • Narragansett Green

    Benjamin Moore · HC-157

Lighting

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

  • Natural
  • Morning
  • Afternoon
  • Evening
  • Overcast
  • 2700K
  • 3500K
  • 4000K
  • 5500K