Tart Apple 420B-4 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #AEF859, LRV 58 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Willow Springs Green from Benjamin Moore (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEF859 · 420B-4
Tart Apple
58%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Tart Apple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tart Apple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrTart Apple
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tart Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tart Apple
#AEF859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#65D161
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tart Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tart Apple 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
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Tart Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tart Apple have?
Tart Apple 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 Tart Apple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tart Apple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tart Apple are Willow Springs Green by Benjamin Moore (a close match), Burst of Lime by Vista Paint (a close match), Feel the Energy by Benjamin Moore (a close match) — the best options for getting Tart Apple'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 Tart Apple?
Tart Apple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tart Apple's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.