Ref. #DFE2D1 · MQ3-46
Folly
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Folly Technical Profile
What color is Folly? It's a light cool green with the hex code #DFE2D1. Colors similar to Folly include Benjamin Moore Silken Pine, PPG Lime Wash, Benjamin Moore Refined. Folly has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Folly reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Folly
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Silken Pine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lime Wash
PPG
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
Crimson Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
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 belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Folly from other brands?
The closest matches are Silken Pine by Benjamin Moore (#E1E4D5), Lime Wash by PPG (#DFE3D0), Refined by Benjamin Moore (#DFE0CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Folly?
Folly has an LRV of 74.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.