Classic Avocado M340-7 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5B7323, 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.
Ref. #5B7323 · M340-7
Classic Avocado
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Classic Avocado Technical Profile
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Classic Avocado in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Avocado in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrClassic Avocado
Very similar
Dutch BoyYellowed Green
Yellowed Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Paradise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recycle Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Leaps and Bounds
Valspar
Visible difference
Timson Green
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Globe Artichoke
PPG
Visible difference
Dark Drama
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Shaded Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Green Knoll
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Reseda Green
RAL
Visible difference
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Avocado
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Classic Avocado.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classic Avocado in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Classic Avocado's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.