Shamrock S-H-420 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #5CA111, LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plus Ultra from Valspar (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5CA111 · S-H-420
Shamrock
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shamrock Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Shamrock in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shamrock in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShamrock
Very similar
ValsparPlus Ultra
Plus Ultra
Valspar
Very similar
Baby Fern
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Green Gone Wild
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Eccentric Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Green Gone Wild
Vista Paint
Very similar
Yellow Green
RAL
Very similar
Leprechaun
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Antique Moss
PPG
Visible difference
Vivid Lime
Kilz
Visible difference
Direct Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
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 sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shamrock in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shamrock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shamrock are Plus Ultra by Valspar (a very close match), Baby Fern by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Neon Lime by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Shamrock'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 Shamrock?
Shamrock has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
Explore More with Shamrock
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 Shamrock's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.