Best Paint Colors
March 9, 2021
Spring Color Crush: Fresh Green & Why We Love It!
Senior Market Editor Kai Ethier shares which hue she’s crushing on right now.
Rich, lively and full of optimism, this bold hue is bringing our pastoral fantasies to life. Fresh Green’s lush look evokes the rolling hills of Ireland — the ideal escape after a long, gray winter. If you’re not ready to embrace a full field of clover, don’t fret; just a blade of this versatile hue is sure to invigorate your spirits. Either way, spring is here and luck is in the air!
Deep: Grassy Fields (2034-30) by Benjamin Moore.
Soft: Organic Green (SW 6732) by Sherwin-Williams.
Pair It With: Smokestack (N220-3) by Behr.
Pair It With: Pale Green Tea (0425) by Cloverdale Paint.
How To Make A Big Statement
This energized powder room feels connected to nature, thanks to the rich green beadboard walls.
This bright and cheerful nook in designer Cynthia Ferguson’s saturated bijou home is the perfect place to start your day! Green hues tie together the maximalist armchair, textured wallpaper and a built-in that’s swathed in Sherwin-Williams’ Pickle.
Gold and verdant wallpaper in this elegant home office evokes peace and inspiration. “Green symbolizes growth, hope and harmony, so it’s no wonder we’re embracing it with open arms right now,” says Kai.
How To Add A Smaller Flourish
Green cabinets are on-trend for kitchens, but this particular shade of shamrock feels fresh and new in a laundry room by Florida designer Andrew Howard.
Hunter green pendant lights add a fun pop of color to the crisp white walls in this hallway.
A green lacquered front door makes a memorable first impression in this lively Toronto home.
House & Home March 2021