If you want your space to look bigger, opt for light green colors with a high light reflective value (LRV). Lighter green hues will make a space look bigger if there is plenty of natural light. Still, in north-facing rooms or basements where there is little natural light, you’ll need to pay attention to LRV. Look for a paint with an LRV of about 60 or higher. In addition to choosing the right shade for your space, consider painting your room one color to create continuity, making your space appear larger.

If you enjoy calming hues and want to incorporate them into a north-facing room, a blue-green shade like Copen Blue SW 0068 may provide just the balance you need. This green paint color offers a subtle warmth with cool blue undertones. Plus, with a 59 LRV, there’s still just enough light reflection to be calm and inviting in bedrooms or guest bathrooms with little natural light.

You can also warm up the space by choosing green paint with yellow undertones rather than blue. If you love Mid-Century Modern design, green-yellow paints are a great way to invoke a vintage flair while adding warmth to your kitchen, living room or basement rec room. Colors like Overt Green SW 6718 and Parakeet SW 6711 are lively greens reminiscent of the mid-century.

Muted hues are popular among homeowners because they allow you to use bold colors in your decor without the room color commanding attention. Green colors with gray undertones, like Sea Salt SW 6204, are reminiscent of cloudy days at the beach, which can feel relaxing in a sitting room, basement or laundry room.

Yellow undertones are just one way to add warmth to a space. Another is to opt for warm olive greens like Renwick Olive SW 2815. These hues are very grounding because they’re so reminiscent of nature and work well for those who love neutrals but still want to play with a bit of color. The right shade of olive green works well in many spaces but is particularly charming as part of an exterior color scheme.