Ref. #809060 · PPU10-03
Green Energy
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Energy Technical Profile
What color is Green Energy? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #809060. Colors similar to Green Energy include PPG Moss Point Green, Benjamin Moore Forest Hills Green, Dunn-Edwards Sage Leaves. Green Energy has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Green Energy 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 Green Energy
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Energy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Energy
#809060
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83A77C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Energy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Energy 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 Energy.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Energy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Energy have?
Green Energy by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Green Energy from other brands?
The closest matches are Moss Point Green by PPG (#7E8D60), Forest Hills Green by Benjamin Moore (#849563), Sage Leaves by Dunn-Edwards (#7B8B5D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Energy?
Green Energy has an LRV of 25.4, 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 Energy's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.