Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green HC-157
| Official page: | Narragansett Green HC-157 |
| Code: | HC-157 |
| Name: | Narragansett Green |
| Brand: | Benjamin Moore |
What color is Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green?
The paint color "Narragansett Green" (HC-157) by Benjamin Moore exudes a sense of sophistication and earthy warmth. This deep green hue effortlessly pairs well with crisp whites and soft grays to create a timeless and elegant look. When combined with warm wood tones, such as oak or walnut, Narragansett Green adds a rich contrast and creates a cozy ambiance. This versatile shade is also complemented by metallic accents, like brass or gold, for a touch of glamour and luxury in any space. Infuse your interiors with the inviting allure of Benjamin Moore's HC-157 "Narragansett Green" and elevate your home with its refined charm.
Narragansett Green for bedroom
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Narragansett Green for living room
Check out this stunning Dark color used in real living rooms. Explore how this Blue shade can create a unique space
Benjamin Moore HC-157 for bathroom
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Benjamin Moore HC-157 on kitchen cabinets
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Narragansett 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 cool hue. Find inspiration for your house’s exterior, front doors, gates, shutters, frames or windows.
Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green reviews
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What are Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green undertones?
The undertone of Narragansett Green can be accurately described as a 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to be more accurate than traditional methods of defining undertones on a white background, which are now considered outdated.
HEX value
HEX value:
#435155
RGB code:
67, 81, 85
Is Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green HC-157 cool or warm?
With a hue of 193° thisdark bluerefers cool paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.
HC-157 Narragansett Green HSL code: 193, 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.
- Cooler hues have a calm and relaxation effect
- Cool blue shades make a room feel sleek, fresh, and modern, perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms, and home offices where a sense of calm and sophistication is desired.
- 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 Narragansett 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 blue shade looks under different lighting:


4000K
Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Narragansett 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
HC-157
Narragansett Green
Darker shades
HC-157
Narragansett 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 Narragansett Green with a green hue, complementary colors are those with a red hue close to 13, such as Benjamin Moore Quietly Violet and Desert Shadows.
LRV of Narragansett Green
Narragansett Green has an LRV of 9.14% and refers to Dark colors which means that this color almost does not reflect 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 9.14%, 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 | #435155 | |
| RGB Decimal | 67, 81, 85 | |
| RGB Percent | 26.27%, 31.76%, 33.33% | |
| HSV | Hue: 193° Saturation: 21.18% Value: 33.33% | |
| HSL | hsl(193, 12, 30) | |
| CMYK | Cyan: 21.18 Magenta: 4.71 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 66.67 | |
| YIQ | Y: 77.27 I: -9.628 Q: -1.717 | |
| XYZ | X: 6.896 Y: 7.734 Z: 9.721 | |
| CIE Lab | L:33.422 a:-4.484 b:-4.178 | |
| CIE Luv | L:33.422 u:-7.143 v:-4.613 | |
| Decimal | 4411733 | |
| Hunter Lab | 27.81, -4.402, -1.259 |
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