Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green 2139-20

Official page:Dakota Woods Green 2139-20
Code:2139-20
Name:Dakota Woods Green
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green?

Introducing the captivating Benjamin Moore 2139-20 Dakota Woods Green, a rich and sophisticated hue that brings a touch of nature indoors. This deep green evokes a sense of tranquility and depth, perfect for creating a cozy and inviting space. Pair Dakota Woods Green with warm neutrals like creamy whites, sandy beiges, or soft greys to enhance its earthy charm. For a bold contrast, consider incorporating accents in shades of mustard yellow or burnt orange to create a vibrant and modern look. Elevate your interior with this versatile and timeless color that will add depth and character to any room.

Dakota Woods Green for exterior

Looking for a fresh new look for your house exterior or starting from skretch? We’ve collected pictures of real-life homes that have been painted with this warm hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.

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Dakota Woods Green House Exterior
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Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green reviews

View the photos of real spaces painted with this that were not included in specific categories.Close-ups, painted furniture, storages and dressers, hallways, stairs and ceilings.

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Bm Dakota Woods Green Door
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Bm Dakota Woods Green Door
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What are Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green undertones?

The undertone of Dakota Woods Green can be accurately described as a Yellow hue, as is apparent from the color space provided. By isolating the pure hue and eliminating any tints, tones, and shades, we were able to precisely determine its undertone. This approach has proven to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.

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HEX value

HEX value:

#565344

RGB code:

86, 83, 68

Is Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green 2139-20 cool or warm?

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Color wheel
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With a hue of 50° thisbrownrefers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

2139-20 Dakota Woods Green HSL code: 50, 12%, 30%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is expressed as a percentage. At 0%, it appears as a shade of grey, and at 100%, it is in full color..
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting
  • Warm beige shades create a cozy and inviting atmosphere, making any room feel comfortable and welcoming, perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways.
  • Using dark warm shades like rich reds and browns creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for dining rooms, libraries, and living rooms. These colors add depth and warmth. However, be careful when using them in small spaces or rooms with low ceilings, as they can make the space feel even smaller.

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

How light temperature affects Dakota Woods Green

Natural Lighting. During the day, natural light shifts from about 2000 K at sunrise/sunset to 5500–6500 K at noon.

In addition, natural‑light temperature depends on its direction:

Direction of sunlightVisible temp.HueDuration
NorthCoolBluishAll day
EastWarmYellowBefore noon
WestWarmOrange‑redAfter noon
SouthWarmOrange‑yellowAll day

Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this brown shade looks under different lighting:

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Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Dakota Woods Green:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of various shades, tints, and tones of a single color. While it offers a perfect combination of hues, without accent décor it may become monotonous.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Complementary color scheme

Complementary color scheme

This color scheme is a combination of two shades that are opposite each other on the color wheel. The high contrast between these colors creates a vibrant and dynamic visual effect. For the color Dakota Woods Green with a orange hue, complementary colors are those with a blue hue close to 230, such as Benjamin Moore Approaching Storm and Evening Dove.

LRV of Dakota Woods Green

Dakota Woods Green has an LRV of 9.7% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect lightWhy LRV is important?

Light Reflectance Value scale illustration

Light Reflectance Value measures the amount of visible and usable light that reflects from a painted surface.
Simply put, the higher the LRV of a paint color, the brighter the room you will get.
The scale goes from 0% (absolute black, absorbing all light) to 100% (pure white, reflecting all light).

Act like a pro: When choosing paint with an LRV of 9.7%, pay attention to your bulbs' brightness. Light brightness is measured in lumens. The lower the paint's LRV, the higher lumen level you need. Every square foot of room needs at least 40 lumens. That means for a 200 ft2 living room you’ll need about 8000 lumens of light – e.g., eight 1000 lm bulbs.

Color codes

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HEX#565344Copy color code
RGB Decimal86, 83, 68Copy color code
RGB Percent33.73%, 32.55%, 26.67%Copy color code
HSVHue: 50° Saturation: 20.93% Value: 33.73%Copy color code
HSLhsl(50, 12, 30)Copy color code
CMYKCyan: 0.0 Magenta: 3.49 Yellow: 20.93 Key: 66.27Copy color code
YIQY: 82.187 I: 6.608 Q: -4.033Copy color code
XYZX: 7.974 Y: 8.582 Z: 6.704Copy color code
CIE LabL:35.168 a:-1.662 b:9.246Copy color code
CIE LuvL:35.168 u:2.54 v:11.068Copy color code
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Hunter Lab29.296, -2.68, 6.94Copy color code
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