Ref. #9FAC9F · PPU11-15
Green Balsam
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Green Balsam Technical Profile
What color is Green Balsam? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #9FAC9F. Colors similar to Green Balsam include MPC Frosty Sea Green Met., Valspar Blue Fescue, Benjamin Moore Scenic. Green Balsam has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Green Balsam depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Green Balsam pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Green Balsam
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Balsam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Balsam
#9FAC9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Balsam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Balsam 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 Green Balsam.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Balsam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Balsam have?
Green Balsam by Behr has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Green Balsam from other brands?
The closest matches are Frosty Sea Green Met. by MPC (#A2AFA3), Blue Fescue by Valspar (#9FAA9E), Scenic by Benjamin Moore (#9DAD9F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Balsam?
Green Balsam has an LRV of 39.4, 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 Green Balsam's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.