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Regent Green

Benjamin Moore · 2136-20

The Analysis

Regent Green is a very dark, heavily saturated shade that absorbs a significant amount of light rather than reflecting it. Because of its extremely low LRV of 4.84, it will make a space feel enclosed and intimate, effectively shrinking the visual scale of a room.

This is a bold, high-drama choice best used as a focal point or a room-enveloping shade for libraries and media rooms. It is too heavy for a main wall color in a small or dimly lit home, as it can quickly overwhelm a space.

LRV 5

History & Origin

It leans into a classic, Heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of traditional dark-paneled studies or formal Victorian interiors. It functions as a modern update to historical saturated paint palettes.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyNeutral

How to Use It

Pair this with warm wood tones or polished brass to prevent the room from feeling too cold or gloomy. Use it in rooms with high ceilings or large windows to balance its depth, and stick to high-contrast crisp white trim to keep the edges defined.

The Mood

Living with this colour creates a serious, grounded atmosphere that feels inherently restful and stable. It lacks the stimulation of brighter colors, making it an excellent choice for areas 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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Lighting

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

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