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Bud Green

Benjamin Moore · 2033-50

The Analysis

Bud Green is a light, punchy mint-toned green that acts as a significant light reflector due to its high LRV of 66.38. It will brighten dim spaces and make smaller rooms feel noticeably more open and airy.

This is an excellent candidate for a main wall colour in kitchens or mudrooms where you want to emphasize cleanliness. Because it is quite vibrant, it is better suited as a primary wall colour than a subtle neutral background.

LRV 66

History & Origin

This colour reads as a modern, playful evolution of 1950s kitchen palettes rather than a traditional period hue. It feels very contemporary and is a great choice for refreshing an older home with a modern update.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones or crisp white cabinetry to maintain its breezy feel, or use matte black hardware to ground the colour and add contrast. It works best in rooms with plenty of natural light to prevent the undertones from feeling overly cool.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels crisp and distinctly energizing, leaning more toward a fresh morning start than a cozy, sedative atmosphere. It provides a clean, clear backdrop that keeps a room feeling tidy and alert.

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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