Color Palettes

Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green (HC-157)

Narragansett Green is a deep, teal-tinged charcoal that reads green, blue or nearly black depending on the light. It is a sophisticated option for exteriors, doors and cabinetry.

Narragansett Green · HC-157

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Undertones and where to use it

Undertone: Blackened teal.

LRV 9.14: Narragansett Green is a very dark color that absorbs most of the light.

Where to use it: Exterior, front door, cabinets, office.

Trim: Narragansett Green pairs well with White Dove OC-17 for trim, doors and ceilings.

Coordinating colors

Benjamin Moore colors that work with Narragansett Green on walls, trim and accents.

White Dove OC-17#EFEEE5Chantilly Lace OC-65#F4F6F1Revere Pewter HC-172#CBC6B8

Similar colors from other brands

The closest matches to Narragansett Green from Sherwin-Williams and Behr, by digital color value. ΔE measures the visible difference: under 2 is barely noticeable.

Tarragon SW 9660Sherwin-Williams · #424E53 · ΔE 1.5, nearly identicalMidnight Blue N480-7Behr · #4C565E · ΔE 4.0, very closeSea Serpent SW 7615Sherwin-Williams · #3E4B54 · ΔE 4.0, very closePoppy Seed PPU15-20Behr · #4A4E54 · ΔE 4.3, very close

Narragansett Green lighter and darker tones

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Color palettes with Narragansett Green

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Monochromatic palette · Narragansett Green
Analogous palette · Narragansett Green
Complementary palette · Narragansett Green
Triadic palette · Narragansett Green
With neutrals palette · Narragansett Green
With an accent palette · Narragansett Green

Colors similar to Narragansett Green

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Frequently asked questions

What is the hex code for Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green?

The digital hex value for Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green (HC-157) is #435155, which is rgb(67, 81, 85). Use it for mockups and digital design; a physical sample is the only reliable way to judge the paint itself.

What is the LRV of Narragansett Green?

Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green has an LRV (light reflectance value) of 9.14. LRV runs from 0 (black) to 100 (pure white), so Narragansett Green is a very dark color that absorbs most of the light.

Is Narragansett Green warm or cool?

Narragansett Green has a blackened teal undertone. By its digital value it sits on the cool side, but north-facing light will cool it down and warm bulbs will warm it up, so test a sample in the room where you plan to use it.

What is the Sherwin-Williams equivalent of Narragansett Green?

The closest Sherwin-Williams color to Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green is Tarragon (SW 9660, #424E53), which is nearly identical by digital value (ΔE 1.5). Paint formulas differ, so color-matched versions are never exact: compare physical samples side by side.

What is the Behr equivalent of Narragansett Green?

The closest Behr color to Benjamin Moore Narragansett Green is Midnight Blue (N480-7, #4C565E), which is very close by digital value (ΔE 4.0). Paint formulas differ, so color-matched versions are never exact: compare physical samples side by side.