Shimmer 450E-1 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E3F7E2, LRV 88 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Honeydew Melon from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3F7E2 · 450E-1
Shimmer
88%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shimmer Technical Profile
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Shimmer in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shimmer in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShimmer
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSweet Honeydew Melon
Sweet Honeydew Melon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mint Hint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flowing Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mojito
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dewmist Delight
PPG
Very similar
Graceful Mint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pettifor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mint Condition
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Forest Light
Kilz
Very similar
Grey White
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shimmer
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shimmer
#E3F7E2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76BC96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shimmer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shimmer 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 Shimmer.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shimmer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shimmer have?
Shimmer 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 Shimmer in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shimmer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shimmer are Sweet Honeydew Melon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lime Sorbet by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mint Hint by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shimmer'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 Shimmer?
Shimmer has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 88.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Shimmer's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.