Westhaven
What Westhaven Actually Looks Like
Westhaven reads as a very deep, saturated green that borders on black in low light. In person it has a clear teal lean, sitting right at the intersection of green and blue. Under bright natural light, you will catch its green character. In dim rooms or at night, it compresses toward near-black with just a whisper of color. It belongs to the Designer Color Collection and lives in a space that feels both classic and modern at once.
Westhaven Undertones
The dominant undertone is green, but there is a real teal quality here that sparks some debate. Some designers read Westhaven as a dark forest green, while others see it pulling distinctly blue-green, almost like a deep ocean hue. Both readings are valid because this color sits on the knife edge between green and teal. In warm incandescent light the green side comes forward. Under cool LED or north-facing daylight, expect more of that blue-green character. If you are sensitive to blue undertones, test a sample in your actual lighting before committing.
Where Westhaven Works Best
With an LRV of only 5.1, Westhaven absorbs a lot of light. That makes it a bold choice, but a rewarding one when used with intention. It works beautifully on a single accent wall in a living room or bedroom where the other walls stay light. On kitchen cabinets, especially lowers, it creates grounded depth without overwhelming the space. It is a standout front door color, projecting serious curb appeal against lighter siding. For exteriors, think shutters, doors, or even a full-body color on smaller homes with ample white trim. Avoid using it on all four walls of a small, windowless room unless you are deliberately going for a cocooning effect.
Where to put Westhaven
Westhaven on lower cabinets paired with a bright white on uppers creates a grounded, two-tone kitchen that feels intentional and collected. Brass or unlacquered bronze hardware warms up the cool green undertone. Use a light countertop to keep the space from feeling heavy.
This is one of those colors that makes a front door feel like it has been there for a hundred years in the best way. It reads as near-black from the street but reveals its green depth as visitors approach. Works with warm-toned brick, painted white siding, and natural stone alike.
In a bedroom or living room, a single Westhaven accent wall behind a bed or sofa adds serious drama without darkening the whole space. Keep adjacent walls in a warm white or soft cream to maximize contrast. Layer in natural wood tones and textured textiles to avoid a cold feel.
On shutters flanking a lighter body color, Westhaven adds Colonial-era character with a modern edge. It pairs well with warm whites, soft grays, and even pale yellows on the body. The deep green registers as nearly black at a distance, giving your home a polished, pulled-together look.
What to Pair With Westhaven
Westhaven's coordinating palette keeps things clean and balanced. White Snow (SW 9541) gives you a crisp, cool white for trim and ceilings that lets the depth of this green breathe. Eventide (SW 9643) offers a muted, sophisticated mid-tone companion that bridges the gap between Westhaven and your lightest surfaces.
Westhaven vs similar colors
All comparisons are matched against Westhaven at LRV 5.1.
Colors that clash with Westhaven
At LRV 5.1, Westhaven can lose all its color identity in rooms with little natural light, reading as flat black.
The teal-green lean can fight against orange-toned oak or cherry flooring, creating a visual tension that feels unresolved.
Pairing Westhaven with a bright, blue-white trim can create a jarring contrast that feels cold rather than crisp.
Common questions
Westhaven has a light reflectance value of 5.1, which places it firmly in the dark end of the spectrum. It absorbs nearly all light that hits it, so plan your lighting accordingly.
It sits right between the two. Most people read it as a deep green with a noticeable teal or blue-green undertone. Your lighting will push it one way or the other. Warm light emphasizes green, cool light brings out the blue.
White Snow (SW 9541) is the coordinating white and gives you a clean, slightly soft contrast. For a warmer feel, look for a creamy off-white. Avoid stark optical whites unless you want maximum drama.
You can, but be deliberate about it. In a room with plenty of windows and good lighting, an all-over application creates a dramatic, enveloping feel. In a small or dark room, it will absorb most of the light and may feel cavelike. Test it first.
Benjamin Moore Hunter Green (2041-10) is the most commonly compared match. Both are deep teal-greens that read near-black in dim light. Westhaven may lean slightly cooler depending on your lighting, so sample both side by side if you are deciding between brands.
For walls, an eggshell or satin finish helps reflect enough light to show the color's depth. For front doors, cabinets, and trim, semi-gloss is the better choice for durability and to let the green undertone shine through.