Looking for the perfect dark green paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Roycroft Bottle Green and if it might be right for your home!
A nice deep, dark green feels classic but still fresh. It gives you color without feeling loud.
These deep hues are dark enough to act like a neutral but bold enough to make a statement.
Roycroft Bottle Green is one such hue. You can lean into the drama and pair it with other rich shades, or you can soften it with neutrals and other earthy tones. There's a lot you can do with a green like this.
Let’s take a closer look at Sherwin Williams Roycroft Bottle Green and why it might be a great green for your space.
Roycroft Bottle Green, Sherwin Williams, SW 2847
Roycroft Bottle Green is a deep, dark green. It's bold and saturated yet still earthy and organic.
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Color Family
Roycroft Bottle Green is in the green family.
Light Reflectance Value
5
Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.
With an LRV of 5, Roycroft Bottle Green is an extremely dark paint color.
With its low LRV, Rookwood Shutter Green is going to absorb a lot of light, which means it'll look deep and moody regardless of lighting.
RGB Colors
R: 50 G: 64 B: 56
RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!
Hex Code
#324038
Undertones
Roycroft Bottle Green is a solid green paint color. You may catch glimpses of blue or gray undertones, especially in cooler lighting.
In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Roycroft Bottle Green will appear slightly lighter, warmer, and greener. This gives a space a welcoming, cozy vibe.
In darker spaces, such as north-facing rooms, Roycroft Bottle Green will appear quite dark, leaning cooler, and more green-blue. It will stay dark and intense, adding a touch of mystery to the room.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
I love using Roycroft Bottle Green for those areas where you want a cozy, inviting feel. It looks especially great in historic homes, especially those built in the Arts & Crafts era.
Here are some of the best ways to use this rich, dark green:
- Walls in a bedroom, living room, or den. Paint the trim, too, if you want to go all-in on that cozy, sophisticated look.
- Fireplace surround. It makes for an amazing focal point. I once used it on a friend’s fireplace, and it completely transformed the room!
- Built-ins. It gives them that custom, high-end feel.
- Interior or exterior doors. Such a good way to add character without overwhelming a space.
- Home exterior, shutters, accent walls, and even furniture. The possibilities are endless!
Similar Colors
If you’re into Roycroft Bottle Green, you might also like:
- Sherwin Williams Jasper
- Benjamin Moore Essex Green
- Behr Dark Everglade
- Sherwin Williams Rookwood Shutter Green
- Benjamin Moore Regent Green
- Behr Deep Forest
- Sherwin Williams Cascades
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Coordinating Colors
As a deep, dark color, Roycroft Bottle Green pairs well with a large range of other colors. It especially looks great with neutrals, including browns, blacks, tans, caramels, beiges, and crisp whites.
Roycroft Bottle Green also pairs well with bolder colors, such as blues, lighter greens, reds, and golden yellows.
Dark brown-reds:
- Aurora Brown
- Vintage Leather
- Carriage Door
- Terra Bun
- Red Barn
Warm caramel tans:
- Oak Creek
- Eastlake Gold
- Caramelized
- Tatami Tan
- Lanyard
Green-blues:
- Kendal Green
- Grandview
- Juniper
- Jadite
- Surf Green
Trim Colors
Roycroft Bottle Green looks great paired with crisp whites for trim.
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
Roycroft Bottle Green color palette
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FAQS
Here are some common frequently asked questions about Roycroft Bottle Green.
What's the difference between Roycroft Bottle Green and Jasper?
These are two very dark greens!
Roycroft Bottle Green is slightly lighter, more muted, and a bit warmer. Jasper is a bit darker, more black, and more saturated.
Swatching both colors will help you see the difference and decide which one suits your style best.
What color trim with Roycroft Bottle Green?
Roycroft Bottle Green looks great paired with crisp whites for trim. My top choices are SW Extra White, Behr Ultra Pure White, and BM Simply White.
What's the difference between Roycroft Bottle Green and Dard Hunter Green?
Roycroft Bottle Green and Dard Hunter Green are very similar. Both are deep, dark greens reminiscent of the Arts & Crafts era.
Roycroft Bottle Green is a bit deeper, darker, and richer than Dard Hunter Green.
Since these two are pretty similar, it's helpful to swatch them side by side. Then you can see which one feels right in your space.
Can you use Roycroft Bottle Green on kitchen cabinets?
Absolutely! If you’re going for a moody, sophisticated kitchen, yes, Roycroft Bottle Green is a great choice for kitchen cabinets.
For an elegant touch, pair it with gold or brass hardware.
Just be sure to swatch it first to see how it looks in your lighting.
What is the color code for Roycroft Bottle Green?
The color code for Sherwin Williams Roycroft Bottle Green is SW 2847.
Its hex code is #324038, which is helpful to have handy if you're trying to match the color for any digital projects.
Can you paint your bedroom Roycroft Bottle Green?
If you're going for deep, dark, and peaceful, Roycroft Bottle Green is a great choice for a bedroom. This deep dark green feels refreshing and calm.
In general, greens are a nice choice for bedrooms because they feel earthy, peaceful, and balanced, reminding us of nature.
Give Roycroft Bottle Green a swatch in your bedroom and see what you think!
Before you go...
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
