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Spring Meadow

Benjamin Moore · 486

The Analysis

Spring Meadow is a muted, desaturated green that reflects light effectively without being neon or overly bright. With an LRV of 58.82, it occupies a middle ground that keeps a room feeling open and airy rather than cramped or cave-like.

This is a versatile choice that serves best as a primary wall colour. It acts as a neutral bridge, providing enough character to be interesting while remaining subtle enough to act as a backdrop for artwork or furniture.

LRV 59

History & Origin

This colour leans toward a modern, organic aesthetic. It fits neatly into contemporary designs that prioritize natural textures and a connection to the outdoors, rather than mimicking traditional period-specific palettes.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

It excels in living rooms or bedrooms where you want a relaxed atmosphere. Pair it with light-to-medium oak wood tones and matte black hardware to keep the look sophisticated and current.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and grounded because it mimics natural foliage. It provides a restful, low-stimulation environment that works well in rooms where you want to decompress.

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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