Emperor'S Silk is the most flexible accent family in residential paint — works as both a whole-room neutral when desaturated and a confident statement when saturated. At LRV 17 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it only if your fixed finishes (flooring, stone, tile) already lean hard warm or cool enough to clash — otherwise it's one of the most forgiving families.
Ref. #00816A · T16-03
Emperor'S Silk
17%LRV Value
Emperor'S Silk Technical Profile
What color is Behr Emperor'S Silk (T16-03)? It's a deep cool green — hex #00816A, LRV 17. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Emperor'S Silk is PPG Medieval Forest — a near-identical match on the wall, with Valspar Emerald Enchantment and Benjamin Moore Lawn Green also close. With an LRV of 17, Emperor'S Silk creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. 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. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Emperor'S Silk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Emperor'S Silk
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
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Emperor'S Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Emperor'S Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Emperor'S Silk are Medieval Forest by PPG (a near-identical match), Emerald Enchantment by Valspar (a near-identical match), Lawn Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Emperor'S Silk's look in a brand your local store carries. Always 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Emperor'S Silk depends on the room. Here's how to choose.