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Benjamin Moore Nicolson Green CW-500

Nicolson Green

Benjamin Moore

CW-500

About Nicolson Green by Benjamin Moore

Nicolson Green CW-500 by Benjamin Moore is a dark neutral shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 20% and hue near 90° for steady results across rooms. Use on accents or pairing with light trim. Pairs well with clean whites and quiet neutrals.

Brightness: 20.3%

Tone: Neutral

HEX: #75806a

RGB: 117, 128, 106

Hue90°

Saturation9%

Lightness46%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Nicolson 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 Nicolson Green looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Nicolson Green CW-500 a warm or cool color?
Nicolson Green by Benjamin Moore is a neutral deeper color. It will usually read neutral in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Nicolson Green?
Nicolson Green sits in the green family. Its hue is about 90°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Nicolson Green?
Brightness is about 20%. Saturation is around 9%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 46%. Hue is close to 90°. The hex value is #75806a. The RGB value is 117, 128, 106.
Is Nicolson Green better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Nicolson Green has brightness around 20%. 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 Nicolson Green?
You can match Nicolson 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 Nicolson Green work best in a home?
Nicolson 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 Nicolson Green compare to a pure white paint?
Nicolson Green is softer than a pure untinted white. The neutral 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 Nicolson Green in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Nicolson Green in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Nicolson Green. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Nicolson Green. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.