Folk Tale P400-3 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B3FFAE, estimated LRV 67 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pastel Green from RAL (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #B3FFAE · P400-3
Folk Tale
67%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Folk Tale Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3FFAE
RGB179, 255, 174
Estimated LRV67.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Folk Tale
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Folk Tale
#B3FFAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5CD691
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Folk Tale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Folk Tale 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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Folk Tale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Folk Tale have?
Folk Tale by Behr has a cool (green) 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 Folk Tale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Folk Tale are Pastel Green by RAL (a close match), Shimmering Lime by Benjamin Moore (a close match), Sounds of Nature by Benjamin Moore (a close match) — the best options for getting Folk Tale'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 Folk Tale?
Folk Tale has a estimated lightness value of 67.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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