ScandinavianSouth-Facing

BERGFLETTE

Jotun · 7293

The Analysis

Bergflette is a muted, earthy olive-green that keeps a room feeling grounded rather than bright. With an LRV of 42.78, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which pulls walls inward to create a cozy, enclosed atmosphere rather than an expansive one.

This color acts best as a sophisticated, mature backdrop for living areas or studies. It is subtle enough to serve as a main wall color throughout a room without overwhelming the space or your furniture.

LRV 43

History & Origin

While it draws on traditional nature-inspired palettes, it feels current and modern. It avoids the stuffiness of period-specific greens by maintaining a clean, desaturated undertone.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyGreen-Yellow

How to Use It

This shade excels in bedrooms or libraries where you want to promote relaxation. Pair it with warm oak wood tones to highlight its organic roots, or use matte black hardware to sharpen its appearance.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels calm and stable, avoiding the visual fatigue of high-contrast or neon colors. It is inherently restful, providing a steady, natural backdrop that feels less clinical than grey or white.

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.

Brand Matches

Perceptually similar colours from across all brands in our database.

  • Laurel Mist

    Behr · 430E-3

  • Ferndale Green

    Benjamin Moore · ES-43

  • Stormy Day

    Valspar · V097-3

  • Cascade Green

    Sherwin-Williams · SW0066

  • Garden Path

    Benjamin Moore · 466

  • Green Trellis

    Valspar · 5006-3C

Lighting

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

  • Natural