Shy Green MQ3-48 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C9CFC5, LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sparkling Sage from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9CFC5 · MQ3-48
Shy Green
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shy Green Technical Profile
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Shy Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shy Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrShy Green
Nearly identical
ValsparSparkling Sage
Sparkling Sage
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sea Spray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bay Of Fundy
PPG
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
White Rapids
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Smoky Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Granite
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lanolin
Kilz
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shy Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shy Green
#C9CFC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shy Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shy 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 Shy Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shy Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shy Green have?
Shy Green by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shy Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shy Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shy Green are Sparkling Sage by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mellow Tune by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sea Spray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shy 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 Shy Green?
Shy Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.1, 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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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 Shy Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.