Ref. #86C1A3 · S430-4
Green Meets Blue
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Meets Blue Technical Profile
What color is Green Meets Blue? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #86C1A3. Colors similar to Green Meets Blue include Sherwin-Williams Lark Green, Valspar Kelp, PPG Grand Gusto. Green Meets Blue has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Green Meets Blue 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 Meets Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Meets Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Meets Blue
#86C1A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Meets Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Meets Blue 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 Meets Blue.
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 Meets Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Meets Blue have?
Green Meets Blue by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Green Meets Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Lark Green by Sherwin-Williams (#8AC1A1), Kelp by Valspar (#8FC2A7), Grand Gusto by PPG (#86BB9D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Meets Blue?
Green Meets Blue has an LRV of 36.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Green Meets Blue's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.