Ref. #49C301 · 430B-7
Cress Green
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cress Green Technical Profile
What color is Cress Green? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #49C301. Cress Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Cress Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Cress Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cress Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cress Green
#49C301
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#32C545
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cress Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cress 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 Cress 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.
Cress Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cress Green have?
Cress Green by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Cress Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Paradise Green by Benjamin Moore (#63B525), Lucky Charm Green by Benjamin Moore (#62B93F), Sweet Pea by Benjamin Moore (#79C039). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cress Green?
Cress Green has an LRV of 25.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cress Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.