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Spearmint Ice

Benjamin Moore · 596

The Analysis

Spearmint Ice is a high-LRV (79.26) colour, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into the room. This makes small or dim spaces feel much more open, airy, and expansive.

It functions best as a primary wall colour for those who want a light-filled, neutral-adjacent space with a hint of character. It provides just enough colour to avoid the starkness of pure white while remaining subtle enough for large surfaces.

LRV 79

History & Origin

This is a distinctly modern and fresh choice. It moves away from traditional, heavy period palettes and aligns with contemporary preferences for bright, functional, and clean living environments.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

It pairs beautifully with light oak or blonde wood tones for a natural look, or matte black hardware for a sharp, modern contrast. It excels in bathrooms, kitchens, or small bedrooms where you need to maximize the sense of space.

The Mood

This shade provides a crisp, clean aesthetic that feels organized and refreshing. It is a restful, low-stimulation colour that helps a space feel balanced and uncluttered throughout the day.

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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