Ref. #5CA111 · S-H-420
Shamrock
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shamrock Technical Profile
What color is Shamrock? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #5CA111. Shamrock has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Shamrock creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Shamrock
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shamrock
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shamrock
#5CA111
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3DAA3B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shamrock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shamrock 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 Shamrock.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shamrock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shamrock have?
Shamrock by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Shamrock from other brands?
The closest matches are Plus Ultra by Valspar (#639D01), Baby Fern by Benjamin Moore (#679B31), Neon Lime by Benjamin Moore (#51AC19). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shamrock?
Shamrock has an LRV of 22.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shamrock's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.