Primitive Green MQ4-40 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DDD3A9, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Howdy Neighbor from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DDD3A9 · MQ4-40
Primitive Green
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Primitive Green Technical Profile
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Primitive Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Primitive Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPrimitive Green
Nearly identical
Vista PaintHowdy Neighbor
Howdy Neighbor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Howdy Neighbor
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Hills
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dull Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ancient Scroll
Valspar
Nearly identical
Banana Chip
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pampas
Kilz
Nearly identical
Soft Burnished Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Rice Paddy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Leaf .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Primitive Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Primitive Green
#DDD3A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Primitive Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Primitive Green 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 Primitive Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Primitive Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Primitive Green have?
Primitive Green by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Primitive Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Primitive Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Primitive Green are Howdy Neighbor by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Howdy Neighbor by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Golden Hills by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Primitive Green'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 Primitive Green?
Primitive Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Primitive Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.