Ref. #E4FDF7 · M480-1
Helium
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Helium Technical Profile
What color is Helium? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #E4FDF7. Colors similar to Helium include Dunn-Edwards Mint Condition, Dunn-Edwards Frosty Mint, Benjamin Moore Irish Mint. Helium has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Helium reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Helium
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Helium
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Helium
#E4FDF7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64B2CE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Helium
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Helium 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 Helium.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Helium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Helium have?
Helium by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Helium from other brands?
The closest matches are Mint Condition by Dunn-Edwards (#DFFBF3), Frosty Mint by Dunn-Edwards (#E2F7F1), Irish Mint by Benjamin Moore (#DFF5EE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Helium?
Helium has an LRV of 84.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Helium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.