Ref. #719A73 · N400-5
Thai Basil
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Thai Basil Technical Profile
What color is Thai Basil? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #719A73. Colors similar to Thai Basil include MPC Catmint Green Met., Dunn-Edwards Growth, Sherwin-Williams Reseda Green. Thai Basil has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Thai Basil creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Thai Basil pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Thai Basil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thai Basil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thai Basil
#719A73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thai Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thai Basil 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 Thai Basil.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thai Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thai Basil have?
Thai Basil by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Thai Basil from other brands?
The closest matches are Catmint Green Met. by MPC (#699C77), Growth by Dunn-Edwards (#6CA178), Reseda Green by Sherwin-Williams (#75946B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Thai Basil?
Thai Basil has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Thai Basil's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.