Nurturing T18-16 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A1A97B, LRV 37 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barefoot in the Grass from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A1A97B · T18-16
Nurturing
37%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Nurturing Technical Profile
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Nurturing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nurturing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNurturing
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBarefoot in the Grass
Barefoot in the Grass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soil Topper
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cucuzza Verde
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Guacamole
PPG
Very similar
Dill Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brisk Olive
Valspar
Very similar
Portsmouth Olive
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rosemary Plant
Kilz
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
French Pear
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nurturing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nurturing
#A1A97B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nurturing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nurturing 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 Nurturing.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nurturing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nurturing have?
Nurturing 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 Nurturing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nurturing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nurturing are Barefoot in the Grass by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soil Topper by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cucuzza Verde by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nurturing'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 Nurturing?
Nurturing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Nurturing's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.