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Glorious Greens

From soft, silvery sages to lush forest tones, green is consistently one of our best-loved colours. Find out more and pick your perfect shade right here.

Why Choose Green?


There’s something wonderfully reassuring about green. Its close connection to nature can make a room feel instantly more restful, whether you choose uplifting fresh tones or add some drama with deeper hues.

Its versatility makes green a beautiful colour to weave throughout the home, creating a different atmosphere from room to room while retaining a natural sense of flow.

Dark green cabinet styled with a vase of green flowers, stacked magazines, and an open photography book against a green wall.Dark green cabinet styled with a vase of green flowers, stacked magazines, and an open photography book against a green wall.
Elegant living room with a sage green wall, marble fireplace, wooden furniture, and decorative accessories.Elegant living room with a sage green wall, marble fireplace, wooden furniture, and decorative accessories.

Pick Your Perfect Green


Start by thinking about the atmosphere you want to create. Lighter green paint colours like Calke Green or Arsenic bring a fresh feel; French Gray and Lichen are serene and understated. Dark greens like Green Smoke or Treron add boldness and intrigue, ideal for spaces where you love to linger such as living and dining rooms. 


What Colours Go With Green?

Green works beautifully with all kinds of other colours. You can take your cue from nature: think stony neutrals, warm earth tones, delicate florals and deep woody shades. Or you can turn to the colour wheel for combinations that feel either harmonious or full of contrast. 

Here are four ways to shape your scheme.

Classic bathroom with olive green walls, white panelling, brass fixtures, and a wall-mounted sink beneath a mirror.Classic bathroom with olive green walls, white panelling, brass fixtures, and a wall-mounted sink beneath a mirror.
COMBINE WITH NEUTRALS

Pair green with beige, cream, soft grey or white for a relaxed, natural scheme. Every Farrow & Ball green has a complementary white, listed online and on our colour cards.

Light-filled living room with a white sofa, large bay windows, crystal chandelier, and green-painted interior.Light-filled living room with a white sofa, large bay windows, crystal chandelier, and green-painted interior.
TRY GRADIENT LAYERING

Use different shades of green across your room to draw attention to particular features or define areas within the space. It’s an effortless way to create a playful yet sophisticated look.

Dark green cabinetry with open shelving, decorative kitchen accessories, and a trailing plant against warm mustard walls.Dark green cabinetry with open shelving, decorative kitchen accessories, and a trailing plant against warm mustard walls.
USE HARMONIOUS COLOURS

Combine green paint colours with blues or yellows – green’s neighbours on the colour wheel. It will give you a balanced scheme that can feel serene or bold, depending on the shades you pick.

Pale pink fitted wardrobes and an open walk-in wardrobe beneath a soft green ceiling in a minimalist interior.Pale pink fitted wardrobes and an open walk-in wardrobe beneath a soft green ceiling in a minimalist interior.
MAKE A STATEMENT WITH CONTRAST

For more warmth and energy, look across the colour wheel to pinks and reds. These complementary colours bring out the best in green for a striking finish.

Find The Right Green For Your Light

Before you make your final decision, remember that the same green can take on a very different character as the light changes throughout the day.

Bright, south-facing light adds warmth to cool and vibrant greens, while north-facing rooms can work beautifully with richer shades that embrace their naturally atmospheric character.

Always try your chosen colour in the room itself, looking at it at different times of day alongside your furniture, flooring and other finishes. A sample can reveal nuances unique to you and your home.

Green living room with comfortable neutral sofa, a yellow lamp, indoor fern, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.Green living room with comfortable neutral sofa, a yellow lamp, indoor fern, and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
Olive green living space with a white sofa, decorative cushions, indoor plants, and a floating shelf aboveOlive green living space with a white sofa, decorative cushions, indoor plants, and a floating shelf above
ADD LIFE TO YOUR LIVING ROOM

Green feels naturally at home in living rooms, bringing comfort and character to spaces made for relaxing and entertaining.

Try muted green walls with related neutrals for an easy-going scheme, or use a deeper shade across multiple surfaces for a richer, more enveloping effect.

 

Attic bedroom with sage green walls, pale blue bedding, indoor plants, and natural light from a skylight.Attic bedroom with sage green walls, pale blue bedding, indoor plants, and natural light from a skylight.
CREATE A RESTFUL BEDROOM

For a calm bedroom, look to soft grey-greens and sage green colour schemes.

Or create a cosier feel with a richer green carried beyond the walls onto woodwork, doors or even the ceiling.

 

Modern kitchen with sage green walls, wood cabinets, a white countertop, open shelving, and decorative ceramics.Modern kitchen with sage green walls, wood cabinets, a white countertop, open shelving, and decorative ceramics.
FRESHEN UP YOUR KITCHEN

Green pairs beautifully with natural kitchen materials such as timber, stone and marble.

Try green cabinetry against a quiet neutral, make an island the focal point with a stronger shade, or carry one colour across walls and woodwork. From lighter hues to deep forest tones, green can make a kitchen feel welcoming and full of personality.

Find Your Green

 

Dark or light, calming or energising, the best green is the one that creates the feeling you want.

Explore our palette, experiment with samples at home or let one of our Colour Consultants help bring your scheme together.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is the best green paint colour? 

From forest to sage, emerald to mint, there are a plethora of green shades, all with distinct personalities. So, it’s almost impossible to crown one the ‘best’. We recommend taking your time to explore our greens and seeing how they look in your space to find your favourite. 

What colour goes best with green paint? 

Green is one of those effortlessly versatile colours that seems to complement every other shade. For a serene look, consider pairing green with soft neutrals or for a bold statement, try a navy blue. Of course, pink and green are always firm favourites. Experiment with different combinations to create a look you love. 

What effect does green paint have on a room? 

Green paint can transform a room, but the specific effect will depend on the shade you choose. Lighter greens create a soothing sense of calm, perfect for bedrooms or reading nooks, while dark greens add a touch of drama and sophistication, making them ideal for spaces you use in the evening. 

Should I paint my whole room green? 

It’s entirely up to you! Painting an entire room in a soft, neutral green makes a room feel relaxed and harmonious by removing harsh contrasts between the walls and ceiling. Colour drenching a space with a deep, dark green may seem bold but it creates a calm, inviting feel ideal for bedrooms.  

How can I choose the right shade of green? 

To choose the perfect green for your project, start by considering the space you’re painting, for example the lighting and furniture. Then consider how you want the space to feel and how you plan to use it. Finally, try a few different paint samples and see how they work in the room and how they react to changing light.  

How do I make sure I get the best finish with green paint?  

Achieving a flawless finish is the same for every colour, including green paint. It all comes down to preparation. Clean and prime your walls before painting and your finished look will last longer. We also recommend using quality tools — like Farrow & Ball brushes and rollers.