Egyptian Nile 420F-6 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5C7D46, LRV 17 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shepherd's Green from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C7D46 · 420F-6
Egyptian Nile
17%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Egyptian Nile Technical Profile
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Egyptian Nile in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Egyptian Nile in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrEgyptian Nile
Nearly identical
ValsparShepherd's Green
Shepherd's Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Green Knoll
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Talipot Palm
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plant Stem
Kilz
Very similar
Shaded Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Green Knoll
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mint Leaves
PPG
Very similar
Herb Garden
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Greened Grass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Reseda Green
RAL
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Egyptian Nile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Egyptian Nile
#5C7D46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#629467
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Egyptian Nile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Egyptian Nile 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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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Egyptian Nile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Egyptian Nile have?
Egyptian Nile 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 Egyptian Nile in your own space before committing.
What colors match Egyptian Nile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Egyptian Nile are Shepherd's Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Green Knoll by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Talipot Palm by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Egyptian Nile'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 Egyptian Nile?
Egyptian Nile has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Egyptian Nile's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.