Greensleeves 490D-7 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #2C8B5B, LRV 15 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Argyle from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2C8B5B · 490D-7
Greensleeves
15%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Greensleeves Technical Profile
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Greensleeves in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Greensleeves in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGreensleeves
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsArgyle
Argyle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Center Field
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nile Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Later Gator
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kelly Luster
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Magical Hummingbird
Kilz
Very similar
Green Gloss
PPG
Very similar
Luscious Green
Valspar
Very similar
Traffic Green
RAL
Very similar
Grassy Meadow
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Greensleeves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Greensleeves
#2C8B5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#519999
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Greensleeves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Greensleeves 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 Greensleeves.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Greensleeves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Greensleeves have?
Greensleeves by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Greensleeves in your own space before committing.
What colors match Greensleeves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Greensleeves are Argyle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Center Field by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Center Field by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Greensleeves's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Greensleeves?
Greensleeves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Greensleeves's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.