Sycamore Tree

Technical Profile

What color is Sycamore Tree? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #294D3C. Colors similar to Sycamore Tree include Sherwin-Williams Hunt Club, RAL Pine Green. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Sycamore Tree has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Sycamore Tree (#294D3C) by Behr is a deep green paint color with a balanced saturation that feels natural and approachable. It delivers a grounded richness that adds drama and sophistication. On the temperature spectrum this shade carries a cool cast, lending calm and collected elegance. In its RGB breakdown, green is the dominant channel, which gives it a subtle earthy, organic quality even under different lighting conditions. At an LRV of 27 it absorbs more light than it reflects, creating a moody, enveloping atmosphere. Deep greens like this create moody elegance in studies, formal dining rooms, and bedroom accent walls. Satin or semi-gloss finishes help deep colors reflect just enough light to show their full depth, especially on accent walls and trim. For color coordination, Sycamore Tree pairs beautifully with red tones for bold complementary contrast, or with neighboring teal and green hues for a harmonious, flowing palette. Its cool (green) undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Behr is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Sherwin-Williams, RAL, Benjamin Moore and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Sycamore Tree projects a confident, tailored sophistication associated with classic nautical and Art Deco aesthetics. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for organic modern, biophilic, and mid-century aesthetics. As part of the Behr palette, Sycamore Tree benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. As with any paint color, Sycamore Tree can shift noticeably between natural daylight, warm incandescent, and cool LED lighting — testing a sample swatch on your wall under different conditions is always recommended. Deep shades generally benefit from a quality primer and may require an extra coat for even, streak-free coverage. Deep tones pair beautifully with velvet upholstery, burnished metal fixtures, dark-stained wood, and textured wallcoverings on adjacent surfaces. You can order Sycamore Tree (480F-7) directly from Behr or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.