Thai Basil N400-5 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #719A73, LRV 24 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misty Emerald Lake from PPG (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #719A73 · N400-5
Thai Basil
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Thai Basil Technical Profile
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Thai Basil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thai Basil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrThai Basil
Very similar
PPGMisty Emerald Lake
Misty Emerald Lake
PPG
Very similar
Growth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Reseda Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spring Forest
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Botanic Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Plaza Green
Valspar
Very similar
Spring Forest
Vista Paint
Very similar
Clearspring Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wild Thyme
Kilz
Very similar
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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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
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Thai Basil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thai Basil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thai Basil are Misty Emerald Lake by PPG (a very close match), Emerald Leaf Green by PPG (a very close match), Growth by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Thai Basil'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 Thai Basil?
Thai Basil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.