Deep Emerald HDC-WR15-11 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #556451, LRV 12 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Picholine from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #556451 · HDC-WR15-11
Deep Emerald
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Deep Emerald Technical Profile
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Deep Emerald in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Emerald in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDeep Emerald
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPicholine
Picholine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Boreal Forest
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Picholine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Still Searching
PPG
Very similar
Treeline
Valspar
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Italian Basil
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Preserved Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Kale Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Green Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Emerald
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Emerald
#556451
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D8B6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Emerald
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Emerald 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 Deep Emerald.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Emerald — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Emerald have?
Deep Emerald by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Deep Emerald in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Emerald from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Emerald are Picholine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Boreal Forest by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sweet Basil by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Deep Emerald'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 Deep Emerald?
Deep Emerald has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Emerald's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.