Classic Avocado M340-7 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5B7323, estimated LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellowed Green from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #5B7323 · M340-7
Classic Avocado
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Classic Avocado Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B7323
RGB91, 115, 35
Estimated LRV14.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
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Color Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Classic Avocado
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Avocado
#5B7323
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#518544
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Avocado 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
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Classic Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Avocado have?
Classic Avocado by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Classic Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Avocado are Yellowed Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Paradise by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Recycle Green by Kilz (a close match) — the best options for getting Classic Avocado'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 Classic Avocado?
Classic Avocado has a estimated lightness value of 14.6, 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.
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