Ref. #E4D95D · P320-5
Green Papaya
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Papaya Technical Profile
What color is Green Papaya? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E4D95D. Colors similar to Green Papaya include Vista Paint Sun Bright, Valspar Matcha, MPC Peel Green. Green Papaya has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Green Papaya sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Green Papaya reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Green Papaya
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Papaya
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Papaya
#E4D95D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0C56D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Papaya
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Papaya 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 Papaya.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Papaya — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Papaya have?
Green Papaya by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Green Papaya from other brands?
The closest matches are Sun Bright by Vista Paint (#E9D959), Matcha by Valspar (#DBD564), Peel Green by MPC (#EAE071). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Papaya?
Green Papaya has an LRV of 62.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Green Papaya's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.