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The 13 Best Blue & Green Blend Paint Colors: Benjamin Moore & Sherwin Williams

Posted on May 9, 2023 by KylieMawdsley

The Top 13 Beautiful Shades of Blue-Green-Gray (blends)

You’ll be hard-pressed to find brands better than Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore regarding the most popular shades of blue-green-gray. Their ability to tap into the trendy end of things and the traditional means they are my ‘go-to brands’ when I’m doing my Online Paint Color Consulting.

And as far as trends go, no other color blend is more popular than blue-green. Call it turquoise, teal, robin’s egg, whatever the heck you want – I call it awesome.

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The best blue green gray, calming paint colors from Benjamin moore, Sherwin Williams. Kylie M Edesign expert

These are just general blobs, not specific colors

BLUE-GREEN BLEND FUN FACTS

  • Cool paint colors such as blue, green, and gray often suit south-facing rooms as they can balance out the warm light coming into the window.
  • The darker your room is (or north-facing), the more colorful you’ll want your particular blend to be, as you’ll need it to shine through the shadows.
  • The grayer your shade of colour is, the more subtle the undertones will be.
  • Intense, bright sunlight can slightly wash out paint colors, so don’t be afraid to add some depth if you have a well-lit room! Remember, some colors can appear richer and more saturated when night comes than in the daytime.
  • Blue-green blends are often seen as calming colors, great for bedrooms, bathrooms, and office spaces – especially counseling.
  • Many GREEN-GRAY blends can pick up a subtle blue undertone depending on the type of green you’re dealing with (green-blue or green-yellow) and your natural and artificial lighting.
  • Many BLUE-GRAY blends can pick up a subtle green hue, depending on the type of blue you’re dealing with.
  • Blue-green colors look warmer than blue-purple ones (although both are traditionally cool). Not sure which type of blue is your fave? Check this out…How to Choose the Best Blue for You! 

Benjamin Moore Sea Reflections, blue green teal paint colour, master bedroom. Kylie M Interiors edesign, online paint color and decorating advice

Shown above, Benjamin Moore Sea Reflections

1. SHERWIN WILLIAMS SEA SALT SW-6204

Sea Salt is definitely in the TOP THREE regarding green paint colors. That’s right; Sea Salt is actually a green-gray blend. HOWEVER, it’s been known to lean blue, so I had to include it as one of my FAVES! The green and gray (and blue) combine to provide a subtly colorful, calm blend perfect for a relaxing spa-style bathroom or family-friendly space!

The LRV of Sea Salt is 64, so while it’s a light colour, it won’t reflect as much light into a room as you’d think.

Sherwin Williams Sea Salt in dining room, likely north-facing with white wainscoting and dark wood table. Kylie M Interiors CLIENT PHOTO

WHY IS SEA SALT A POPULAR PAINT COLOR?

Sea Salt is one of the top choices regarding shades of green-blue-gray. However, it’s unpredictable, and you HAVE to get the SAMPLIZE peel and stick to see how it might act in your room (rather than relying on a small paint chip).

  • If you don’t like blue, this is a risky color. If you don’t like green, this is ALSO a risky color!
  • While Sea Salt is great for a single room, it’s not as nice for a whole home (too much of a good thing).

Sherwin Williams Sea Salt, green blue paint color, dark wood floors and cabinets, stainless steel, white trim

Now, all of this makes it sound like not such a great choice. THINK AGAIN! It’s about knowing what to EXPECT with Sea Salt, and once you understand what it might do, it’s easier to wrap your walls in it.

 Color Review – Sea Salt Undertones, Ideas, & More…

The Ultimate Guide to LRV and Choosing Paint Colors

 

2. BENJAMIN MOORE SILVER MARLIN 2139-50

I LOOOVE Silver Marlin. This flexible, calming shade is perfect for many home styles. This is a subtle color with its blue-green blend and soft gray backdrop. And while it might not get as much attention as shades like Rainwashed and Stratton Blue (coming up shortly), many of my clients prefer Silver Marlin’s more subtle approach to color.

Benjamin Moore Silver Marlin, blue, green paint colour. Butlers Pantry, wood floor. Kylie M Interiors E-design, online paint color expert blog

Benjamin Moore Silver Marlin, eating nook in farmhouse kitchen, blue green paint colour. Kylie M INteriors E-design online paint blog expert

Silver Marlin has an LRV of 57, so it’s a light-medium tone.

IS SILVER MARLIN A POPULAR PAINT COLOR?

While Silver Marlin doesn’t get as much attention as others in this list, it is one of the BEST light-medium depth shades.

Why?

  • Silver Marlin can easily look ‘bluer’ or ‘greener’ depending on your exposure, lighting, and interior finishings, making it quite the chameleon!
  • This could work well if you like a nod toward colour without a 100% commitment!

 

3. BENJAMIN MOORE GRAY CASHMERE 2138-60

Gray Cashmere is a LIGHT mix of green, blue, and gray, with a bit more gray than not. It certainly won’t look like a plain shade of gray, but the gray works to calm the blue-green blend down quite a bit. And while it’s a blend of those three colors, it more often leans blue-gray than green-gray.

Benjamin Moore Cloud White painted wood cabinets. Black granite, Gray Cashmere. Kylie M interiors Edesign, online paint color consulting

Gray Cashmere has an LRV of 65 – the highest on this page!

Benjamin Moore Gray Cashmere in kitchen eating nook with built in bench, cushions and round farmhouse style table. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online paint colour blog and consulting

IS GRAY CASHMERE A POPULAR BLUE-GREEN-GRAY PAINT COLOR?

While many are inclined towards a GRAYER look with this type of colour (Benjamin Moore Gray Owl), it’s an awesome choice for those who want a whisper of color.

  • Gray Cashmere is a popular bedroom and bathroom paint color with a relaxing vibe.
  • While Gray Cashmere has noticeable colors, the overall approach is subtle and soft.

All about LRV and How It Affects Paint Colors

 

4. BENJAMIN MOORE MOUNT SAINT ANNE 1565

Mount Saint Anne is a gorgeous blue-green with a decent gray backdrop calming it down. The overall blend is calming, while still colorful enough to be interesting! Mount Saint Anne has an LRV of 42, so she’s solidly in the medium tones.

However, like many of these shades, Mount Saint Anne is unpredictable and can look more blue or more green, depending on the space it’s in (as shown in these next two photos)…

Benjamin Moore Mount Saint Anne bedroom, beach colour. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online virtual paint color consulting ecolour

Guest bedroom in best blue green gray paint color, Benjamin Moore Mount Saint Anne, north facing, wood orange stain trim, beige carpet, Kylie M Interiors

The above examples show why it’s SO IMPORTANT to sample carefully, to see how these colors settle in your home with your unique lighting and finishes.

WHY IS MOUNT SAINT ANNE POPULAR?

 

5. SHERWIN WILLIAMS RAINWASHED SW-6211

Rainwashed is a blue-green-gray that favors blue more than green, with the gray falling back quite a bit.

Sherwin Williams Rainwashed is a blue green gray blended paint colours. Shown in bedroom. Color consulting by Kylie M Interiors

The LRV of Rainwashed is 60, making it a light-depth blue-green paint color.

WHY IS RAINWASHED A POPULAR SHADE OF BLUE-GREEN?

  • Rainwashed has a decent amount of color in it, so it will add life to a room without being too punchy.
  • Rainwashed has a fresh but calming, soothing look as the gray softens it up.
  • It’s SUPER popular for both beachy and modern farmhouse-style homes!

FULL Paint Color Review of Sherwin Williams Rainwashed

Paint Color Review of Sherwin Williams Quietude (a bit darker)

 

6. BENJAMIN MOORE GIBRALTAR CLIFFS 1587

Hot DAMN, I love this color! Gibraltar Cliffs is a gorgeous choice for a soft, slightly West Coast vibe! It blends blue and gray with a minor green coming through to soften it up.

Stairwell with gray carpet and Sherwin Williams Collonade Gray, lightened by 25%. Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs feature wall. Kylie M INteriors Edesign

Notice in the above photos how the color can rise or fall back depending on the light it’s getting.

Gibraltar Cliffs has an LRV of 30, so while it’s slightly darker, its color rises nicely, especially when hit with a dash of natural light!

WHY IS GIBRALTAR CLIFFS A POPULAR BLUE-GREEN PAINT COLOR?

  • It’s great for a whole room if you have enough light
  • It’s gorgeous as a feature wall with gray, soft cream, or off-white walls

FULL Paint Color Review of Benjamin Moore Gibraltar Cliffs

 

I want you to check out SAMPLIZE. Samplize offers peel-and-stick paint samples that are more AFFORDABLE, EASIER, and more ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY than traditional paint pots. Here are just a few reasons why I recommend Samplize to my clients…

Paint colour review of tool Samplize, peel and stick samples. Benjamin Moore, Sherwin Williams, Farrow and Ball, Home Depot. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online paint color consulting

  • Samples arrive ON YOUR DOORSTEP in 1 DAY, depending on the location.
  • They’re more affordable than the sample pots/rollers/foam boards that are needed for traditional paint sampling.

Visit the SAMPLIZE website HERE

 

7. SHERWIN WILLIAMS EARL GREY 7660

Earl Grey is a GRAY with a reasonably noticeable, but not overpowering blue-green undertone. With its gray foundation, Earl Grey is a calm, coastal approach to gray.

BTW, did you know that I rely 100% on AFTER photos from my local and E-Design clients – Thank you for sending yours in!

Living room vaulted ceiling, stone and shiplap fireplace with TV, off-white greige walls decor in grays, greens and blues. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online paint colour. DIY Decorating and Design ideas blogger

Earl Gray on the shiplap fireplace – see the WHOLE room transformation HERE

Earl Gray is a medium-depth paint color with an LRV of 32. If you have a dark room, this LRV, combined with Earl Gray’s reduced undertones, could have it looking a bit flat and drab. Earl Gray does best in a room with adequate lighting to let it come to life!

IS EARL GRAY A POPULAR PAINT COLOR?

  • While Earl Gray has its place, many people prefer the increased colour of Gibraltar Cliffs.
  • Darkening Earl Gray can enhance its undertones slightly.

 

8. BENJAMIN MOORE WOODLAWN BLUE HC-147 

Woodlawn Blue is a VERY popular blue hue. So many of today’s most popular blues have a lot of green in them – not this one. This is almost a true blue(with gray) and only has a small amount of green in it, which stops it from looking icy cold and helps it hold up a bit better in a north-facing room (which could look TOO cold with a real true blue on the walls).

Benjamin Moore Woodlawn Blue, best blue paint colour. Antique distressed dresser and decor. Kylie M INteriors E-decor and ONline Design, Colour expert

WHY IS WOODLAWN BLUE POPULAR?

  • Woodlawn has an LRV of 61, so it’s light but not SUPER bright.
  • Woodlawn Blue is CALMING and great for balancing out the visual warmth of a south-facing room or a west-facing room in the afternoon.
  • With its increased color (chroma), Woodlawn Blue is a good color for dark rooms.

North, East, South, West – Which Paint Color is The Best?

Is Gray Still Trendy on Walls, Cabinets & Exteriors?

And because there are SO MANY MORE gorgeous shades to explore, here are some more!

-design and online paint colour consulting using Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams paint colors. Kylie M Interiors. DIY and affordable decorating advice blogger. Market

NEED HELP? Check out my ONLINE PAINT COLOR PACKAGES – let me make it easy for you! 

 

9. SHERWIN WILLIAMS COMFORT GRAY 6205

Comfort Gray is more or less the light-medium version of Sea Salt. And just like Sea Salt, it’s a bit of a ninja, looking more blue-green in some rooms and green-blue in others!

Sherwin Williams Comfort Gray in farmhouse style dining room. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, client before photo

WHY IS COMFORT GRAY A POPULAR PAINT COLOUR?

  • Comfort Gray has an LRV of 54. Not sure what LRV is? Read here. This LRV means Comfort Gray has more meat on its bones, offering more contrast with white trim.
  • Comfort Gray is a beautiful choice for a south-facing room to balance out those warm sunbeams!
  • Some blue-greens are super forward with their color. Comfort Gray offers its color on a platter, without making it the WHOLE MEAL.

FULL Paint Colour Review of Sherwin Williams Comfort Gray

While many of the colors in this next image aren’t on this list (as they’re too green or too gray), this should help you see how Comfort Gray compares to other popular shades…

Comparing green gray paint colours, Benjamin and Sherwin best, Comfort Gray, Austere Gray, Saybrook Sage

 

10. SHERWIN WILLIAMS SILVER STRAND 7057

Silver Strand is a gorgeous blend of blue, green, and gray – although it USUALLY favors blue the most!

Sherwin Williams Silver Strand in a north east facing bedroom. Wood floor and furniture. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online paint color consultant and advice blog

Sherwin Williams Silver Strand gray paint color review. Kylie M INteriors E-design

WHY IS SILVER STRAND A POPULAR PAINT COLOUR?

  • Silver Strand has an LRV of 59, so it’s a light depth but has a bit more body than others. This works well if you have quite a bit of natural light.
  • While Silver Strand is a blend, it’s MUCH more likely to favor the blue, softened quite a bit by the gray, with the green playing a smaller part.
  • Silver Strand can be a great choice if you want a WINK of color, but aren’t ready to commit on a large scale.

Paint Color Review of Sherwin Williams Silver Strand

 

11. SHERWIN WILLIAMS LATTICE 7654

Lattice is a light blend of gray, blue, and green – just a whisper of colour for those not ready to commit fully!

Corner fireplace ideas. Sherwin Williams Lattice and Natural Choice trim. Kylie M Interiors edesign, online paint color advice

WHY IS LATTICE A POPULAR PAINT COLOUR?

  • Lattice has an LRV of 61, so it’s a great light depth and ALMOST on my sweet spot!
  • Lattice can just as easily favor the blue over the green OR the green over the blue, giving it TONS of flexibility.
  • Overall, Lattice is one of the GRAYEST blends on this page.

BTW, Lattice is QUITE similar to Sherwin Williams Front Porch if you want a color to compare it. Sometimes, it’s that subtle tweak of undertones that does the trick!

Sherwin Williams Front Porch, gray paint colour wioth wood trim and doors in bedroom. Blue green undertones. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, diy update ideas

The 16 Best Paint Colors with Oak or Wood Cabinets & Trim

 

12. SHERWIN WILLIAMS SILVERMIST 7621

Silvermist is one of THE most beautiful blue-green paint colors – I get asked about it ALL the time in my Online Paint Color Consulting! And while it looks a bit grayer and calmer in this next photo, in MANY rooms, you can expect it to have a bit more chroma (color)…

Silvermist in family room. Best blue green paint colour. Kylie M INteriors Edesign, online paint color consulting

Silvermist is muted enough to be calm, thanks to its gray backdrop, but has enough color to add interest and personality to your walls.

IS SILVERMIST A POPULAR BLUE-GREEN BLEND?

With its LRV of 47, Silvermist has more meat on its bones than many others. And while it has its place in many homes due to its PLACEMENT in the fan deck, I think it gets missed a lot!

  • Silvermist’s LRV of 47 puts it on the slightly darker side of the light-medium range, making it great for ONE room but not a whole home.
  • Whether Silvermist caters to its blue side or its green one is hit-and-miss!
  • If you love the idea of a soft blue-green on your front door, Silvermist is a good one to consider.

FULL Paint Color Review of Sherwin Williams Silvermist

 

13. BENJAMIN MOORE BEACH GLASS 1564

I’ve DEFINITELY saved the best for last if you’re looking for a shade that caters to blue with a polite nod toward gray and green.

Beach Glass has been around for a long time for a good reason. Sitting right above Mount Saint Anne in the fan deck, Beach Glass has a similar approach, but its higher LRV leaves a softer impression on your walls.

Benjamin Moore Beach Glass open layout living room and dining room. Blue green gray paint colour. Kylie M Interiors Edesign, online color consulting. Client photo

Beach Glass has an LRV of 50, so it’s on the slightly darker side of the light-medium range but BLUER and lighter than Silvermist.

WHY IS BEACH GLASS SO POPULAR?

  • Beach Glass is the type of depth that adds GREAT personality to your walls without overwhelming them with colour.
  • I also think Beach Glass was well named, as even its name suggests a relaxing mood!

 

14. BENJAMIN MOORE STRATTON BLUE HC-142

Stratton Blue is a stunner if you want a color with a bit more meat on its bones, both in depth and color!

Benjamin Moore Stratton Blue, wainscoting in dining room dark wood furniture, vintage style. Best blue green paint colour. Kylie M Edesign. Edgecomb in hallway

Stratton Blue has an LRV of 38, so while it’s hitting the medium depths, it’s not a heavyweight by any stretch.

WHY IS STRATTON BLUE SO POPULAR?

  • It’s gorgeous on the inside or outside of a front door (or even an entire exterior!).
  • Great feature wall color.
  • Stratton Blue also works well for an ENTIRE room.
  • With its commitment to color, Stratton Blue works well in dark rooms as its chroma helps it rise against shaded or dark areas.

 

Get your SAMPLIZE PEEL & STICK samples of Kylie M’s recommended colors from this post!

the best blue paint colors, popular shades from Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams. Samplize peel and stick, Kylie M INteriors Edesign

PEOPLE ALSO ASK…

WHAT IS SHERWIN WILLIAM’S MOST POPULAR BLUE-GREEN PAINT COLOR?

According to SAMPLIZE Peel & Stick, Sherwin Williams Sea Salt and Rainwashed are the two most popular shades of blue-green. Whether it’s their depth or their exact blend of green, blue, and gray, these two calming, spa-inspired colors often pop up on walls, but not so much on cabinets or exteriors.

Sherwin Williams Sea Salt in bathroom with white countertop, dark wood mirror. Kylie m INteriors Edesign, paint colour review. Client photo

Just remember to watch Sea Salt, particularly, as it’s known to swing WILDLY between blue and green – you’ll want to sample it and see where it lands in your home!

The 10 Best Paint Colors to Create Calm & Reduce Stress

WHAT PAINT COLORS GO BEST WITH BLUE-GREEN BLENDS?

Blue-green blends can be pretty flexible, and enjoy being in a palette with cream paint colors and warm off-whites such as Benjamin Moore Ballet White and Sherwin Williams Aesthetic White. These warm-cool combinations can add energy to a space. Blue greens also enjoy some warm shades of gray and greige, including colors like Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray and Revere Pewter.

In this next photo, Benjamin Moore Imperial Gray (another gorgeous shade) plays well with the more muted approach of Benjamin Moore Silver Satin in the dining room.

Benjamin Moore Imperial Gray, best green blue gray paint colour in living room, Kylie M Edesign client photo

So there you have it – just a few of the BEST blue-green paint colors!

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Not sure which is best for you and your home?

Check out my Online / E-Design Paint Color Consultations!

Edesign with Kylie M Interiors, edecor and online paint color consultant using Benjamin Moore and Sherwin Williams top paint colours. Market

 

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ORIGINALLY WRITTEN IN 2019, UPDATED FOR YOU IN 2023



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      You know, it’s BEAUTIFUL, it’s just tough. I like to see Colours of the Year that have a bit more mass appeal. If it can be used on a feature wall, island, front door, kitchen cabinets – that kind of thing, well, I’m ALL in. I just think Aegean Teal is a bit limiting, which means less people can use it!

  1. Hello Kylie,
    Great article. Have you ever considered Magnetic Grey? I have painted several rooms in my home in this grey/blue color. Some of my friends loved it so much they used it as well.
    I used your consulting service for my front door and will be reaching out for advice on my sunroom.

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      I DO love Magnetic Gray! It has such a moody look to it and can be gorgeous :). And I’m happy to help you with your sunroom! If for some reason my consults are sold out, just send me an email and I’ll try to squeeze you in 🙂

  2. Hello Kylie,
    Great article. Have you ever considered Magnetic Grey? I have painted several rooms in my home in this grey/blue color. Some of my friends loved it so much they used it as well.
    I used your consulting service for my front door and will be reaching out soon for advice on my sunroom.
    Thanks again.

  3. Thoughts on an entire North Facing Master Bedroom in Caribbean teal? Lots of windows (3 bay) but Michigan, North Facing… currently going with Mineral Green color match from Joanna Gaines in a Ben Moore. (Which we are obsessed with in our south facing living room)

    We don’t like “accent walls” so it would be all or nothing.

    We definitely want a green/blue that isn’t BLUE BLUE or sage green. 🙄. Ha…which is why we love our living room..it changes colors throughout the day.

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      YESSSS, Amanda, I love the idea of this. Even with north-facing light, Caribbean Teal has such a great ‘color’ to it, without being overwhelming NOR too grayed out. I’d love to see how it turns out!

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