Folly MQ3-46 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DFE2D1, estimated 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.
Behr · #DFE2D1 · MQ3-46
Folly
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Folly Technical Profile
HEX Code#DFE2D1
RGB223, 226, 209
Estimated LRV74.7
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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Compare alternatives to Folly
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Pale Pistachio
PPG
#DFE2D2
Close digital match
Silken Pine
Benjamin Moore
#E1E4D5
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Mystical Mist
Vista Paint
#DBE0CE
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Glowing Green
Valspar
#DADFCF
Close digital match
Sagey
Sherwin-Williams
#E2E2D1
Close digital match
Celadon Vase
Kilz
#DBE1D2
Close digital match
Pale Green Tea
Hirshfield's
#E2E2D2
Close digital match
Garden Pebble
Dunn-Edwards
#E4E4D5
Close digital match
Sea Mint Green
Dutch Boy
#DBE2CF
Close digital match
Grey White
RAL
#E7EBDA
Close digital match
Bisque .05
Colorhouse
#D9D9C8
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Pale Powder
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#D9DCD2
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Colors That Work With Folly
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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
Digital 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
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Folly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Folly have?
Folly 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 Folly from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Folly are Pale Pistachio by PPG (a close digital match), Lime Wash by PPG (a close digital match), Silken Pine by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Folly's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.