Ref. #688B5E · 430F-5
Bahia Grass
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bahia Grass Technical Profile
What color is Bahia Grass? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #688B5E. Colors similar to Bahia Grass include Valspar Field Time Green, PPG Succulent Leaves, Dunn-Edwards Thicket. Bahia Grass has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Bahia Grass creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Bahia Grass pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bahia Grass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bahia Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bahia Grass
#688B5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77A584
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bahia Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bahia Grass 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 Bahia Grass.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bahia Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bahia Grass have?
Bahia Grass by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Bahia Grass from other brands?
The closest matches are Field Time Green by Valspar (#658B57), Succulent Leaves by PPG (#658E64), Thicket by Dunn-Edwards (#69865B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bahia Grass?
Bahia Grass has an LRV of 20.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bahia Grass's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.