Athenian Green 440F-4 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89B782, LRV 33 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cedar Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89B782 · 440F-4
Athenian Green
33%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Athenian Green Technical Profile
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Athenian Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Athenian Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAthenian Green
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCedar Green
Cedar Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crisped Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chatty Cricket
PPG
Very similar
Verde
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Green Goddess
Valspar
Very similar
Wheatgrass
Kilz
Very similar
Sweetness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lucerne
Vista Paint
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Green
RAL
Very similar
Picnic
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Athenian Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Athenian Green
#89B782
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD94
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Athenian Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Athenian Green Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Athenian Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Athenian Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Athenian Green have?
Athenian Green by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Athenian Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Athenian Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Athenian Green are Cedar Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Crisped Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Jade Lite by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Athenian Green's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Athenian Green?
Athenian Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Athenian Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.