Green has been edging its way into the mainstream color palette for a few years now, but with truly every major paint brand choosing some shade of green for their colour of the year, it’s clear that green is here to stay.
In colour theory, green evokes a feeling of abundance, connection with the natural world, and is associated with feelings of peace, rest, and security. While these greens range from subtle to saturated, they are all soothing and sophisticated tones to add to your home.
Check out 12 of the very best green paint colors below, from kitchen cabinets, to living rooms, to powder rooms, I’ve rounded up real-life examples of this ever-versatile and classic color.
While these greens range from subtle to saturated, they are all soothing and sophisticated tones to add to your home.
Be sure to purchase a sample and test these colours in your space before committing! The colour on screen does not always translate in real life (ask me how I know). I love these peel & stick samples which make colour testing completely mess-free!
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THE BEST GREEN PAINT COLOURS FOR 2026
EVERGREEN FOG sherwin williams
OIL CLOTH benjamin moore
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CLARY SAGE sherwin williams
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JOGGING PATH sherwin williams
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TAIGA benjamin moore
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Love the look of green but feel overwhelmed by all the undertones?
Paint with Confidence helps you tune into what works in your home — lighting, mood, and all. It’s a painter-friendly guide that clears the confusion and gives you the tools to trust your eye (and your gut).
FRENCH GRAY farrow & ball
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DARK OLIVE benjamin moore
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TATE OLIVE benjamin moore
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CUSHING GREEN benjamin moore
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BACKWOODS benjamin moore
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RAINY AFTERNOON benjamin moore
Order a sample of Rainy Afternoon
TRERON farrow & ball
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I’d love to know, which green is your favourite?
If you want to use these colours in your home remember to test them in your space first! I recommend having mess free peel & stick samples sent straight to your door from Samplize.
still torn between a few shades?
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