
Studio credit Siol Studios)ĭark, moody kitchen cabinets make a statement as-is, but they pop against jewel tones and metallics, much like in this small kitchen island made in brass. A good way to go about selecting your green is by painting a sample on your wall and seeing how the color transforms through the day. Much of your color selection depends on how much light the room gets, its orientation, and more. One thing to keep in mind before choosing the right green is to remember that certain colors look different in different light and spaces. We chose Serene Breeze by Benjamin Moore for this space.' 'In this space, we added retractable doors to create more space when the pantry and laundry are in use and finished all cabinets in the same mint color as the kitchen cabinets for a sense of cohesion. 'Our clients presented us with the challenge of having a desk, pantry, and laundry within their already tight galley kitchen,' says Lucie Ayres, founder and principal of 22 Interiors. The color, which reflects enough light around the kitchen, makes it feel airy, spacious, and seamless.

In this kitchen, the watery color pairs particularly well with white appliances and is ideal for a narrow space like this. Does it have warm or cool tones? For cool tones, go mint.For kitchen cabinet colors, a mint or light green palette can be just as neutral as white or grey. Mint Green vs Sage Green: Which should you choose?ĭeciding between mint and sage? Look at the other fixtures in your space – flooring, tile, furniture. See my favorite Sage Green accent colors here!Ī cooler toned blue-green, like Mint Green, pairs nicely with other shades of blue and green. These shades both pair well with black and deep charcoal black.Ī warmer toned green, like Sage Green, will accent strongly against a warm purple or red color (like terra cotta!) Sage green is opposite terracotta or desert rose shades of pink.įor neutrals, stick to creamy soft whites to nicely contrast the green shades. Mint green is really opposite of peach and papaya shades of pink. However, due to their different undertones, sage and mint have different analogous colors. Shades of green are typically across from shades of red. But usually look great with any shade of green.Īnalogous colors are opposite on the color wheel. Mint Green and Sage Green are both green colors, so they have the same complementary and analogous colors.Ĭomplementary colors are colors next to each other on the color wheel. I’d only use this one if your flooring or tile also has warm tones to it.Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Saybrook Sage Accent Colors for Mint Green and Sage Green That gives it great warm, cozy undertones. This shade of sage green has a lot of yellow to it. A great color depth if you want green on your walls without feeling dark.Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Sage Wisdom Benjamin Moore Saybrook Sage This is a brighter sage green, but it still has those gray undertones that keep it from reading neon or pastel. In a room with bright natural light, it might read more beige.Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Liveable Green. If your room has a lot of cool light, it will feel more green. This sage green has a bit more yellow or brown to it. Read my complete Nature’s Gift review! Sherwin Williams Liveable Green It’s slightly darker than light green, with both blue and gray undertones. Sage Green Paint Colors Behr Nature’s Gift This is a bright green that has a lot of blue to it and is very quintessentially mint.Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Spring Breeze. It’s the perfect balance between blue and green!Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Aloe. This shade is a bit darker than your average mint color, but I love it for a bright room that will wash out the color. Perfect for a spa-like bathroom!Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Spring Mint. This is a light, bright mint color with a lot of blue to it. You will especially see those cool tones in north-facing rooms as the cool light brings out the blue.Ĭlick to get a peel & stick sample of Hazel. This is another great green option with a lot of blue undertones to it. Mint Green Paint Colors Sherwin Williams Hazel

Let’s look at some paint colors that are each Mint Green or Sage Green to better illustrate the differences. Sage green is often light but there can also be dark sage green colors. Sage Green is usually a warmer toned green paint color with a bit of yellow, brown, or gold to it. Mint is bright, fresh, and almost always cool toned. Mint Green describes a usually light green paint color with blue and gray undertones. Mint Green and Sage Green are both terms to describe green colors.

The best green paint colors for cabinets.
