Dense Shrub 700F-6 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4E6D5B, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mallard from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4E6D5B · 700F-6
Dense Shrub
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dense Shrub Technical Profile
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Dense Shrub in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dense Shrub in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDense Shrub
Nearly identical
ValsparMallard
Mallard
Valspar
Nearly identical
Kale Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gothic Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Painted Turtle
PPG
Very similar
Green Bayou
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plateau
Vista Paint
Very similar
Plateau
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Frosted Evergreen
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Patina Green
RAL
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dense Shrub
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dense Shrub
#4E6D5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F8F8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dense Shrub
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dense Shrub 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 Dense Shrub.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dense Shrub — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dense Shrub have?
Dense Shrub by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dense Shrub in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dense Shrub from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dense Shrub are Mallard by Valspar (a near-identical match), Kale Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gothic Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dense Shrub'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 Dense Shrub?
Dense Shrub has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Dense Shrub's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.