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Benjamin Moore2040-10

Rainforest Foliage

Often used for its genuinely dark qualities, Rainforest Foliage remains a staple for Benjamin Moore designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. We've gathered 15 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#105A3C

LRV

9.28

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Light Reflectance Value
9.28
Dark
TemperatureCool
Tone
Bold VibrantRichTimeless
UseInterior Only
Collection

Rainforest Foliage in Real Rooms

Rainforest Foliage has a low LRV of 9.28 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Green family, the photos below show it applied in a kitchen cabinets, dining room, bathroom, misc and living room.

2 Kitchen Cabinets Photos

The depth of Rainforest Foliage on kitchen cabinets is excellent for hiding the inevitable wear and tear of a busy kitchen. It's a practical choice that doesn't sacrifice an ounce of style, providing a durable-looking finish that remains elegant for years.

Rainforest Foliage kitchen cabinets review

Cabinetry in Rainforest Foliage grounds this kitchen with earthy sophistication.

@walkerconstruction

Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage kitchen cabinets review

Kitchen cabinets dressed in Rainforest Foliage create cohesive, nature-inspired design.

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1 Dining Room Photo

For an "all-day" dining room, Rainforest Foliage is surprisingly adaptable. In the morning, it feels crisp and clean for breakfast; as the sun moves, it transitions into a moodier, more reflective space that is perfect for long, lingering dinners.

Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage dining room

Deep green Rainforest Foliage defines this dining room's dramatic atmosphere.

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4 Bathroom Photos

Pairing Rainforest Foliage with natural stone like travertine or slate creates an earthy, elemental bathroom that feels connected to nature. It moves the design away from plastic-heavy modernism toward something much more timeless and tactile.

Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bathroom picture

Bathroom walls in Rainforest Foliage establish an spa-like retreat.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bathroom paint

Soothing Rainforest Foliage transforms this bathroom into a restful sanctuary.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bathroom color review

Rich Rainforest Foliage color wraps this bathroom in natural elegance.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bathroom color

Forest-inspired Rainforest Foliage walls create intimacy in this bath space.

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5 Misc Photos

In walk-in closets or pantries, Rainforest Foliage provides a dark, sophisticated backdrop that makes your belongings look organized and curated. It turns a storage space into a boutique-like experience every time you open the door.

Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bed frame color

A bed frame painted in Rainforest Foliage anchors this serene bedroom.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage bed frame

Deep green Rainforest Foliage on the bed frame grounds this bedroom.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage wall paint inspiration

Dramatic walls in Rainforest Foliage transform this space with botanical richness.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage wall paint

Rainforest Foliage covers these walls in deep, nature-inspired green.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage painted furniture

Painted furniture in Rainforest Foliage brings earthy sophistication to this room.

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3 Living Room Photos

There is a specific "glow" that Rainforest Foliage takes on during the golden hour in a living room. As the sun sets, the pigments react with the low-angled light to create a hazy, ethereal atmosphere that feels incredibly high-end. It's a color that rewards those who use the room during the transition of the day.

Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage living room paint

Living room walls in Rainforest Foliage establish a warm, inviting retreat.

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Rainforest Foliage living room review

Rainforest Foliage envelops this living room in sophisticated natural tones.

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Benjamin Moore Rainforest Foliage living room color-block

Color-blocked Rainforest Foliage walls add visual interest to this living area.

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Coordinating Colors

Ice Mist
Ice Mist
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Ice Mist vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Ice Mist
OC-67 · LRV 89
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Ice Mist reflects far more light (LRV 89 vs 9), opening up a space where Rainforest Foliage encloses it.

Constellation
Constellation
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Constellation vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Constellation
AF-540 · LRV 73
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

At LRV 73 vs 9, Constellation is decisively the brighter choice.

Mysterious
Mysterious
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Mysterious vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Mysterious
AF-565 · LRV 9
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 9 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Leisure Green
Leisure Green
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Leisure Green vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Leisure Green
2035-60 · LRV 71
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

At LRV 71 vs 9, Leisure Green is decisively the brighter choice.

Similar Colors

Green Meadows
Green Meadows
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Green Meadows vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Green Meadows
2040-20 · LRV 11
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

With LRVs of 11 and 9, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Deep Green
Deep Green
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Deep Green vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Deep Green
2039-10 · LRV 10
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 10 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Celtic Green
Celtic Green
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Celtic Green vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Celtic Green
2038-10 · LRV 11
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

With LRVs of 11 and 9, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
True Green
True Green
Rainforest Foliage vs True Green
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9
Benjamin Moore
True Green
2042-10 · LRV 9

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 9 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Complementary Colors

Cranberry Ice
Cranberry Ice
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Cranberry Ice vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Cranberry Ice
1362 · LRV 39
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

At LRV 39 vs 9, Cranberry Ice is decisively the brighter choice.

Grape Juice
Grape Juice
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Grape Juice vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Grape Juice
2074-10 · LRV 7
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

With LRVs of 9 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Modern Romance
Modern Romance
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Modern Romance vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Modern Romance
CSP-435 · LRV 11
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 11 vs 9), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Luscious
Luscious
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Luscious vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Luscious
1369 · LRV 51
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

At LRV 51 vs 9, Luscious is decisively the brighter choice.

Melrose Pink
Melrose Pink
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Melrose Pink vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Melrose Pink
1363 · LRV 26
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Melrose Pink reflects far more light (LRV 26 vs 9), opening up a space where Rainforest Foliage encloses it.

Dark Burgundy
Dark Burgundy
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Dark Burgundy vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Dark Burgundy
2075-10 · LRV 7
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

With LRVs of 9 and 7, the two reflect almost the same amount of light.

Old Claret
Old Claret
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Old Claret vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Old Claret
2083-30 · LRV 14
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

A 5-point LRV gap (14 vs 9) makes Old Claret the marginally brighter of the two.

Darker Colors

Chrome Green
Chrome Green
Rainforest Foliage
Rainforest Foliage
Chrome Green vs Rainforest Foliage
Benjamin Moore
Chrome Green
HC-189 · LRV 7
Benjamin Moore
Rainforest Foliage
2040-10 · LRV 9

Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 9 vs 7), so neither reads brighter in a room.

Color Codes

HEX#105A3C
RGB16, 90, 60
HSL156° 70% 21%
CMYK82 0 33 65
CIE LabL: 33.5 a: -29.8 b: 11.2
XYZX: 0.05 Y: 0.08 Z: 0.06