Celtic Queen is the most flexible accent family in residential paint — works as both a whole-room neutral when desaturated and a confident statement when saturated. At LRV 19 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it only if your fixed finishes (flooring, stone, tile) already lean hard warm or cool enough to clash — otherwise it's one of the most forgiving families.
Ref. #00886B · P430-6A
Celtic Queen
19%LRV Value
Celtic Queen Technical Profile
What color is Behr Celtic Queen (P430-6A)? It's a deep cool green — hex #00886B, LRV 19. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Celtic Queen is PPG Carolina Green — a near-identical match on the wall, with Kilz Pop Of Green and Valspar Emerald Enchantment also close. With an LRV of 19, Celtic Queen creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Celtic Queen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Celtic Queen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Celtic Queen
#00886B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#257596
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Celtic Queen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Celtic Queen 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 Celtic Queen.
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Celtic Queen — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Celtic Queen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Celtic Queen are Carolina Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Pop Of Green by Kilz (a near-identical match), Emerald Enchantment by Valspar (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Celtic Queen's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Celtic Queen?
Celtic Queen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Celtic Queen depends on the room. Here's how to choose.