Emperor'S Silk T16-03 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #00816A, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Medieval Forest from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #00816A · T16-03
Emperor'S Silk
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Emperor'S Silk Technical Profile
HEX Code#00816A
RGB0, 129, 106
Estimated LRV16.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Emperor'S Silk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Emperor'S Silk
#00816A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#246D90
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Emperor'S Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Emperor'S Silk 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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Emperor'S Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Emperor'S Silk have?
Emperor'S Silk by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Emperor'S Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Emperor'S Silk are Medieval Forest by PPG (a close digital match), Emerald Enchantment by Valspar (a close digital match), Lawn Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Emperor'S Silk'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 Emperor'S Silk?
Emperor'S Silk has a estimated lightness value of 16.7, 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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