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Spring Mint

Benjamin Moore · 2040-70

The Analysis

Spring Mint is a high-LRV (81.09) shade, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light and will make any room feel notably brighter and more expansive. Because it is a pale, cool-toned mint, it effectively prevents a room from feeling cramped or dark.

This is an ideal backdrop for spaces where you want a hit of personality without overwhelming the room. It works best as a main wall colour in smaller areas like bathrooms, kitchens, or laundry rooms, where its cleanliness is an asset.

LRV 81

History & Origin

While soft greens appear in various historical palettes, this specific tone feels modern and fresh rather than period-specific. It is a contemporary choice that lacks the dusty or muted qualities of traditional vintage greens.

Undertoneneutral
FamilyWhite

How to Use It

Pair this with light oak wood tones to keep it organic or matte black hardware to ground the space with sharp contrast. It is best used in rooms where you want a clinical, polished look rather than a warm, cocoon-like atmosphere.

The Mood

Living with this colour feels clean and orderly. It provides a crisp, refreshing environment that leans more toward a functional, focused energy than a cozy or sleepy one.

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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