Mount Etna by Sherwin-Williams
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"For something a little moodier and dramatic that maintains that natural and earthy feel, I’m loving Mount Etna," Kantz says. It's an ashy blue with slate gray and green undertones and Kantz suggests using it on a fireplace or kitchen cabinets to really draw the eye.
Paint color: Mount Etna by Sherwin-Williams
Provence Blue by Behr
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"Provence Blue is a dusty mid-range blue-green that promotes a peaceful and nurturing ambience," says Erika Woelfel, Behr's VP of color and creative services. Warm up this cool paint color with natural wood and brass accents and incorporate it into a neutral color scheme for a calm and serene interior.
Paint color: Provence Blue by Behr
Vining Ivy by Glidden
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Go bold with a saturated blue-green shade such as Vining Ivy. "It's a captivating color choice that celebrates the beauty of nature, bringing a sense of vitality, renewal, and sophistication to your interior spaces," explains Ashley McCollum, Glidden color expert. For a cozy room that feels both luxurious and comforting, McCollum recommends pairing it with warm earth tones like terracotta, rust, or mustard.
Paint color: Vining Ivy by Glidden
Renew Blue by Valspar
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Renew Blue is a calming yet refreshing blue-green shade that's Valspar's Color of the Year 2024. It possesses a relaxed vibrancy and lends itself well to color-drenching or an accent wall. It's also highly versatile in terms of the types of spaces it works in—use it to infuse your living room with color or to turn the bathroom into a spa-like retreat. Ground this blue-green hue with natural woods and and keep it clean and contemporary with crisp white trim.
Paint color: Renew Blue by Valspar
Beau Green by Benjamin Moore
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Beau Green combines the depth of emerald green and sapphire blue for a captivating allure. "This handsome hue instantly sets the mood, bringing a striking edge to any space," says Hannah Yeo, senior manager of color marketing at Benjamin Moore. If you're wondering where the best spot would be for this vivid blue-green shade, Yeo suggests spaces with plenty of decor. "Elevate dining or entertainment areas with Beau Green, accentuating its brilliance with reflective embellishments like glass, mirrors, and metallic elements," Yeo suggests.
Paint color: Beau Green by Benjamin Moore
Blue Peacock by Sherwin-Williams
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For a true deep teal, look no further than Blue Peacock. "It serves as a great pop of color while maintaining the vibrant underlying green hues," Kantz says. To make a show-stopping design statement, she suggests using the dark blue-green shade in a powder room to instantly upgrade basic bathroom fixtures.
Paint color: Blue Peacock by Sherwin-Williams
Aquamarine Dream by Glidden
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Bring a sense of tranquility and rejuvenation to any space with Aquamarine Dream. It's a versatile color that McCollum says lends itself particularly well to a modern aesthetic. "Incorporate it into a modern interior design scheme by pairing it with sleek furniture and minimalist decor," she says. McCollum adds that it's the juxtaposition of the soft color with clean lines that creates a sophisticated and contemporary aesthetic.
Paint color: Aquamarine Dream by Glidden
Nocturne Blue by Behr
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Use a moody shade like Nocturne Blue to update bedroom walls or as an unexpected accent wall in a bathroom. Woelfel describes it as a deep blue-green that resembles the night sky on a summer evening. When it comes to layering it with furniture and home decor, she suggests pairing it with natural tones. "This bold tone compliments light-to-medium wood tones and gold metallic finishes," she says.
Paint color: Nocturne Blue by Behr
Catalina by Glidden
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Liven up your kitchen and breathe new life into old cabinets with Catalina, a vibrant blend of blue and green that's reminiscent of tropical waters. McCollum recommends this shade for any space that could use a refreshing pop of color and a modern and lively vibe. "Add visual interest by painting upper kitchen cabinets in Catalina while painting the lowers in a complementary neutral shade or deep teal," she says.
Paint color: Catalina by Glidden
Blue Gray by Farrow and Ball
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Set a restful tone with Blue Gray, which is a chameleon of a blue-green paint color. "It’s a reduced, subtle shade with an astonishing ability to shift as light travels over it during the course of a day," says Patrick O’Donnell, Farrow and Ball's global brand ambassador. He recommends the flexible hue for a light-filled hallway or sitting room where it'll act as a great backdrop to any furniture, artwork, and decor.
Paint color: Blue Gray by Farrow and Ball
Spring Mint by Benjamin Moore
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Give a private space such as a primary bedroom or bathroom a refresh with a pale blue-green shade such as Spring Mint. "It's a bright, refreshing green with a hint of blue undertone that illuminates any space, evoking the ambiance of a tranquil seaside breeze," Yeo says. The crisp nature of this soft hue makes it revitalizing and serene at the same time, instilling a sense of calm wherever you use it.
Paint color: Spring Mint by Benjamin Moore
Emerald Pool by Glidden
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"Paint a feature wall in Emerald Pool to create a captivating focal point," McCollum suggests. This deep blue-green shade is luxurious and refined, and its depth and saturation add a sense of drama and sophistication to any room. Pair it with tone-on-tone neutrals, mid-tone woods, and natural stone for a calming contemporary-style interior.
Paint color: Emerald Pool by Glidden
Aquastone by Sherwin-Williams
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Turn to Aquastone for a vibrant blue-green shade that makes a statement. "It's a bold choice that could serve as a focal point for a busy and lively room like a dining room, but we’re also seeing a new interest in color drenching, and I’m loving the trend of covering all four walls, as well as ceilings in a bold and happy color like Aquastone," Kantz says.
Paint color: Aquastone by Sherwin-Williams
Dix Blue by Farrow and Ball
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As one of the oldest Farrow and Ball paint colors, Dix Blue is a tried and true favorite that infuses a space with elegance. "It brings sophisticated joy to any space, whether used as a trim color or a breezy guest bedroom scheme," O’Donnell says. He suggests using this vintage-inspired blue-green tone with an off-white such as Lime White, or for a more modern aesthetic, a bold shade like Studio Green.
Paint color: Dix Blue by Farrow and Ball
Pure Turquoise by Behr
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"Pure Turquoise is a stunning shade of vibrant blue-green and its energy can be used to make a fresh statement when designing a space, including as an accent wall," Woelfel says. Use this optimistic hue on a bedroom accent wall for a bright burst of energy, then balance it out with layers of textured neutrals for a clean and calming look.
Paint color: Pure Turquoise by Behr