About Essex Green by Benjamin Moore
Brightness: 3.3%
Tone: Cool
HEX: #27362e
RGB: 39, 54, 46
Hue148°
Saturation16%
Lightness18%
Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore
These are close matches to Essex Green from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about how Essex Green looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.
Is Essex Green PM-11 a warm or cool color?
Essex Green by Benjamin Moore is a cool deeper color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Essex Green?
Essex Green sits in the green family. Its hue is about 148°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Essex Green?
Brightness is about 3%. Saturation is around 16%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 18%. Hue is close to 148°. The hex value is #27362e. The RGB value is 39, 54, 46.
Is Essex Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Essex Green has brightness around 3%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Essex Green?
You can match Essex Green with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Essex Green work best in a home?
Essex Green works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Essex Green compare to a pure white paint?
Essex Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.
Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore
These lighter shades sit above Essex Green in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.
Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore
These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Essex Green. They add contrast without clashing.
Alternate Colors by other brands
These colors from other brands have a similar look to Essex Green. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.