Folly MQ3-46 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DFE2D1, LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Pistachio from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFE2D1 · MQ3-46
Folly
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Folly Technical Profile
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Folly in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Folly in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrFolly
Nearly identical
PPGPale Pistachio
Pale Pistachio
PPG
Nearly identical
Silken Pine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mystical Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Glowing Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sagey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Celadon Vase
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pale Green Tea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Garden Pebble
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sea Mint Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Grey White
RAL
Nearly identical
Bisque .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Folly
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Folly
#DFE2D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Folly
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Folly 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 Folly.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Folly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Folly have?
Folly by Behr has a neutral 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 Folly in your own space before committing.
What colors match Folly from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Folly are Pale Pistachio by PPG (a near-identical match), Lime Wash by PPG (a near-identical match), Silken Pine by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Folly'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 Folly?
Folly has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Folly's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.