Fatigue Green
Benjamin Moore · 2140-10
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The Analysis
Fatigue Green is a dark, moody shade that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, which will make a room feel smaller and more enclosed. Because its Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is very low at 6.89, it will not brighten your space and will likely require extra artificial lighting to avoid feeling like a cave.
It is best used as a bold accent color or for creating a high-impact, moody environment in a library or media room. Avoid using it on all four walls in a small room, as the lack of light reflection can make the space feel oppressive.
LRV 7History & Origin
This tone draws from mid-20th-century utility and military palettes, giving it a utilitarian, functional history. It feels more grounded in vintage industrial design than in traditional Victorian or period-correct palettes.
How to Use It
Pair this color with warm wood tones like walnut or teak to soften its clinical edge, or use matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It excels in home offices or dens where you want to anchor the furniture and create a sophisticated, masculine look.
The Mood
This is a grounding, serious color that promotes a sense of rest and quiet focus. It feels stable and removed from the chaos of the day, making it an excellent choice for a space where you want to retreat rather than socialize.
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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