Ref. #8ABE16 · P360-6
Fresh Apple
33%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fresh Apple Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Apple? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #8ABE16. Fresh Apple has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Fresh Apple depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural 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. 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 Fresh Apple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Apple
#8ABE16
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5FBE49
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Apple 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 Fresh Apple.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Apple have?
Fresh Apple by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Fresh Apple from other brands?
The closest matches are Lime Green by Benjamin Moore (#98C201), Chive by Dunn-Edwards (#98BE3C), Funky Frog by PPG (#98BD3C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Apple?
Fresh Apple has an LRV of 33.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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