Groundcover 400F-7 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4F5E39, LRV 12 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kenden Gardens from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F5E39 · 400F-7
Groundcover
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Groundcover Technical Profile
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Groundcover in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Groundcover in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGroundcover
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyKenden Gardens
Kenden Gardens
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Inverness
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Meadow
Valspar
Very similar
Mother Nature
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mountain Forest
PPG
Very similar
Mother Nature
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Windsor Green
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Botanical Garden
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Fern Green
RAL
Visible difference
Organic Garden
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Groundcover
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Groundcover
#4F5E39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#557951
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Groundcover
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Groundcover 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 Groundcover.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Groundcover — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Groundcover have?
Groundcover 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 Groundcover in your own space before committing.
What colors match Groundcover from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Groundcover are Kenden Gardens by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Inverness by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Poppin' Jalapeno by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Groundcover'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 Groundcover?
Groundcover has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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 Groundcover's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.