Starboard
Sherwin-Williams · SW6755
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The Analysis
Starboard is a deep, saturated forest green that absorbs a significant amount of light due to its low LRV of 11.3. Because it is so dark, it will make a room feel more enclosed and intimate rather than spacious or bright.
This is a heavy-duty color best used as a bold accent or for high-contrast cabinetry. It creates too much visual weight for a whole-room wall treatment unless you are specifically aiming for a moody, cavernous aesthetic.
LRV 11History & Origin
This tone is a modern evolution of the classic library greens found in mid-century or traditional studies. It feels current because of its clean, balanced undertones that avoid looking muddy.
How to Use It
Pair this with warm wood tones like walnut or brushed brass hardware to cut through the depth of the green. It excels in rooms with controlled lighting, such as a home office, a powder room, or as an anchor for kitchen lower cabinets.
The Mood
Living with this shade feels grounded and stable. It creates a restful, quiet environment that feels removed from the distractions of the outside world.
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.
- Natural