Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green 2043-30
| Official page: | Kelp Forest Green 2043-30 |
| Code: | 2043-30 |
| Name: | Kelp Forest Green |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green?
Benjamin Moore 2043-30 Kelp Forest Green brings a sense of tranquility and nature indoors. This rich and deep green hue pairs well with warm neutrals such as taupe, beige, and ivory. When combined with shades of blues and teals, 2043-30 Kelp Forest Green creates a layered and harmonious color palette. This versatile color adds a touch of sophistication to any space, whether it's used as an accent or as the main color. Complement the depth of 2043-30 Kelp Forest Green with natural textures such as wood, rattan, and linen for a serene and inviting environment.
Kelp Forest Green for bedroom
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Kelp Forest Green for living room
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Benjamin Moore 2043-30 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore 2043-30 on kitchen cabinets
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Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green undertones?
The undertones of Kelp Forest Green can be accurately described as a Green and Blue 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.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:
#00967A
RGB code:
0, 150, 122
Is Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green 2043-30 cool or warm?
warm
cool
With a hue of 169° thisdark greenrefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
2043-30 Kelp Forest Green HSL code: 169, 100%, 29%
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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool green shades bring a refreshing and tranquil vibe to a space, making it feel rejuvenating and connected to nature, ideal for bathrooms, bedrooms, and living rooms.
- Dark, cool shades create a dramatic and sophisticated atmosphere, making them a great choice for bedrooms and living rooms when you want to make a bold yet calming statement. However, be cautious about using dark, cool colors in small spaces, as they can make the room feel smaller and more enclosed.
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 Kelp Forest 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 sunlight | Visible temp. | Hue | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| North | Cool | Bluish | All day |
| East | Warm | Yellow | Before noon |
| West | Warm | Orange‑red | After noon |
| South | Warm | Orange‑yellow | All day |
Artificial Lighting. When choosing bulbs, pay attention to their color‑temperature (Kelvins).
Use the slider to see how this dark green shade looks under different lighting:
4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Kelp Forest Green:
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
2043-30
Kelp Forest Green
Darker shades
2043-30
Kelp Forest Green
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 Kelp Forest Green with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 349, such as Benjamin Moore Pink Begonia and Milano Red.
LRV of Kelp Forest Green
Kelp Forest Green has an LRV of 24.43% and refers to Medium colors that reflect a lot of light. Why LRV is important?
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 24.43%, 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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| Format | Code | |
|---|---|---|
| HEX | #00967A |  |
| RGB Decimal | 0, 150, 122 | |
| RGB Percent | 0.00%, 58.82%, 47.84% | |
| HSV | Hue: 169° Saturation: 100.0% Value: 58.82% | |
| HSL | hsl(169, 100, 29) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 100.0 Magenta: 0.0 Yellow: 18.67 Key: 41.18 | |
| YIQ | Y: 101.958 I: -80.387 Q: -40.444 | |
| XYZ | X: 14.417 Y: 23.216 Z: 22.128 | |
| CIE Lab | L:55.294 a:-40.647 b:5.334 | |
| CIE Luv | L:55.294 u:-45.594 v:13.417 | |
| Decimal | 38522 | |
| Hunter Lab | 48.183, -30.91, 6.499 | |
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