We all know the wonders a fresh coat of paint can yield. There are infinite colours from which to choose, and many that extend beyond the merest hint of colour. More saturated paint colours can still be neutral and calming. Or they can be dramatic and uplifting.

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These more saturated paint colours from Benjamin Moore are top picks in Canada (at the time of writing).

Let's take a look at the current top 12 shelves in Canada.

Palladian Blue

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HC-144, Palladian Blue, shown on the base cabinets in the laundry room.

According to experts at Benjamin Moore: "All is calm and relaxed with this soft, airy blue that combines the blue of the sky with a touch of mother–of–pearl."

Hawthorne Yellow

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HC-4, Hawthorne Yellow in a bright and sunny breakfast nook. | image: Benjamin Moore

This traditional yellow, rich with presence and depth, is easy to work with. Hawthorne Yellow (HC-4) shines as an exterior paint colour but is also a favourite choice for front doors. It's just bright enough to add a little pop of colour while remaining mature and sophisticated.

Saybrook Sage

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HC-114, Saybrook Sage looks right at home in this renovated basement.

Whether you think of Saybrook Sage (HC-114) as a green with grey undertones, or a grey with green undertones, this hue can appear dark in the fan deck. But the brighter the room, the lighter the colour will appear.

Shaker Beige

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HC-45, Shaker Beige

According to experts at Benjamin Moore: "This inviting mid-toned tan evokes the elements of a lazy beach hideaway—smooth sand, burnished driftwood, a woven sun hat the colour of café au lait." More importantly, it doesn't change much in different lighting conditions. That makes it a very stable colour for rooms that are used both during the day and evening.

Proposal

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AF-260, Proposal (walls) and 2093-50, Camellia Pink (dresser)
Sugar softness imbues this sweet, romantic shade of soft pink, evoking thoughts of bridal veils, rose petals and silk organza.

Dorset Gold

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HC-8, Dorset Gold | via The Painted Room

This golden hue is part of the Historic Colour collection. Infused with sun-kissed warmth, it will brighten interiors and exteriors alike.

Hale Navy

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HC-154, Hale Navy | Sealy Design Inc.

Dubbed a "timeless classic" by many, Hale Navy (HC-154) is a luxurious shade that will set the tone for any space.

Alexandria Beige

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HC-77, Alexandria Beige

Tried and true, Alexandria Beige is a member of the Historical Collection. It's a great choice when you want more depth and saturation than a pale neutral can offer.

Kendall Charcoal

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HC-116 Kendall Charcoal | via Pinterest

Rich, deep, and luxurious, Kendall Charcoal (HC-116) pops beautifully when paired with crisp white room accents and trim. A versatile neutral, it also works well with most colour schemes.

Caliente

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AF-290, Caliente | image: Benjamin Moore

Benjamin Moore's 2018 Colour of the Year, Caliente (AF-290) is strong and bold. This energetic red revs up warm weathered woods and misty ocean greys and greens.

Shadow

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2117-30, Shadow | image: Benjamin Moore

Another former Colour of the Year, this time for 2017, Shadow (2117-30) is a rich, royal, dramatic amethyst. It ebbs and flows with its surroundings, and light brings it to life. A little bit rock and roll, Shadow is passion. It's bravery, but it's also silence.

Wrought Iron

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2124-10, Wrought Iron dresses up this timeless kitchen.

A moody, chalky grey, Wrought Iron (2124-10) looks great when paired with white trim and gold accents or with a pop of colour.