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Mid-Century ModernSouth-Facing

Chopped Dill

Benjamin Moore · 496

The Analysis

Chopped Dill is a moody, earthy olive that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, thanks to its low LRV of 20.61. Because it’s quite dark, it will shrink the visual boundaries of a room, creating an intimate, cozy atmosphere rather than an expansive one.

This works best as a saturated accent wall or a dramatic choice for a small space like a powder room or study. Using it on all four walls creates a ‘jewel box’ effect that feels purposeful and sophisticated.

LRV 21

History & Origin

This tone draws heavily from 1970s interior palettes, offering a nostalgic, retro-modern look. It feels like a mature evolution of mid-century earth tones rather than a strictly traditional period color.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with warm, natural wood tones like walnut or teak and matte black metal hardware. Use it in rooms with plenty of natural light or artificial task lighting to ensure the green undertones don't disappear into a flat gray.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels grounding and steady. It’s a restful, natural tone that avoids the intensity of bright primary colors, making it an excellent choice for rooms where you want to wind down.

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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