Historical Ruins BXC-19 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BDC5AE, LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arbor Vitae from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDC5AE · BXC-19
Historical Ruins
48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Historical Ruins Technical Profile
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Historical Ruins in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Historical Ruins in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrHistorical Ruins
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sArbor Vitae
Arbor Vitae
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Arbor Vitae
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Zion
Kilz
Nearly identical
Elfin Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Aganthus Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wedding Mint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Countryside
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Belize Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Glass .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Valleyview
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Historical Ruins
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Historical Ruins
#BDC5AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Historical Ruins
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Historical Ruins 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
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Historical Ruins — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Historical Ruins have?
Historical Ruins by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Historical Ruins in your own space before committing.
What colors match Historical Ruins from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Historical Ruins are Arbor Vitae by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Arbor Vitae by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Zion by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Historical Ruins'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 Historical Ruins?
Historical Ruins has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Historical Ruins's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.