17 Green Paint Colors for Every Room, From Soothing Sage to Electric Emerald

This versatile shade is always a good idea.

Text by Heather Bien

There's a reason green is a trending color right now. Many of its various shades are inherently calming, putting anyone who steps through your front door immediately at ease. In fact, from moody emerald in a library to soothing olive in a bedroom, this magical color family works in almost any space. It can be serious, elegant, or cheerful; it can add mystery, or it can connect a room to nature. In other words, green does it all.

Here, we spoke to interior designers about their favorite green paint colors that they absolutely love. Follow these expert-approved tips and tricks, and you'll have a beautiful, tranquil home in no time.

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