Benjamin Moore
Essex Green HC-188
Essex Green by Benjamin Moore
Essex Green (HC-188) is a dark clear, saturated color, with an estimated LRV of 2.9. It works well for accent walls, front doors, cabinets and rooms with plenty of light.
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Screen values are approximations from published colors. Always test a physical sample.
Essex Green equivalents from other brands
The closest color from each brand, measured as perceived color difference (CIEDE2000). Below 2 is hard to see, above 5 is clearly different.
Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Colors that go with Essex Green
Essex Green is closest to gunmetal. Accents and furniture colors that pair well with it:
FAQ
What is the LRV of Essex Green?
Estimated from its screen color, Essex Green has an LRV of about 2.9. Benjamin Moore publishes the measured LRV on the official color page and sample chip, which is the number to trust for planning.
Is Essex Green warm or cool?
Essex Green is a clear color rather than a neutral, so its hue matters more than its undertone.
What is the Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Essex Green?
The closest Sherwin-Williams color in our catalog is Tricorn Black (SW 6258), with a color difference of 14.7 (CIEDE2000; under 2 is barely visible). Compare physical samples before switching.
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