Light Granite

Technical Profile

What color is Light Granite? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #E4E7D6. Colors similar to Light Granite include PPG Hint Of Pine, Valspar Parisian Mist, RAL Grey White. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Light Granite has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Light Granite (#E4E7D6) by Behr is a very light green paint color with a balanced saturation that feels natural and approachable. It delivers an airy, open feeling that maximizes the sense of space in any room. On the temperature spectrum this shade carries a cool cast, lending calm and collected elegance. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. With a Light Reflectance Value of 90, it reflects the vast majority of light, helping smaller rooms feel more spacious. A whisper of green like this is calming in bedrooms, spa-inspired bathrooms, and meditation spaces. An eggshell or matte finish works well at this lightness, hiding minor wall imperfections while still being easy to wipe clean. For color coordination, Light Granite pairs beautifully with blue tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring green and yellow hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its neutral undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Behr is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from PPG, Valspar, RAL and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Light Granite brings a crisp, spa-like tranquility that opens up a room and calms the mind. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for organic modern, biophilic, and mid-century aesthetics. As part of the Behr palette, Light Granite benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. High-LRV colors like Light Granite are forgiving in most lighting conditions, but they can pick up reflected color from adjacent walls, flooring, or large furniture pieces, so evaluate samples in situ. Very light shades can sometimes read as stark white on small swatches — viewing a larger area in your intended space reveals the true character of the color. Pair this shade with natural linen, light oak, rattan, and marble for a fresh, layered look, or contrast it with dark walnut and wrought iron for more definition. You can order Light Granite (N340-1) directly from Behr or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.