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Russell Green

Benjamin Moore · CW-495

The Analysis

Russell Green is a mid-toned olive that absorbs more light than it reflects, given its 38.56 LRV. Because it doesn't bounce light around, it will make a large room feel more intimate and grounded rather than airy or expansive.

It functions best as a sophisticated main wall colour in rooms where you want to emphasize comfort, such as a study, bedroom, or dining area. It acts as a bridge between indoor living spaces and the natural world outside.

LRV 39

History & Origin

This is a quintessential Heritage palette choice, reminiscent of traditional Arts and Crafts or early 20th-century interiors. It has a timeless, weighted quality that avoids current trendy fads.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

Pair this with warm walnut or light oak wood tones to play up its organic nature, and use unlacquered brass hardware for a classic touch. It also holds up well against matte black fixtures if you want a sharper, more contemporary contrast.

The Mood

This shade leans into a restorative, earthy quality that feels stable and quiet. It avoids the clinical sterility of white, making a room feel balanced and grounded for daily living.

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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