Velvet Morning 520E-3 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #99E5D7, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mermaid's Song from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #99E5D7 · 520E-3
Velvet Morning
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Velvet Morning Technical Profile
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Velvet Morning in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Velvet Morning in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVelvet Morning
Nearly identical
ValsparMermaid's Song
Mermaid's Song
Valspar
Nearly identical
Polished Turquoise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Harbor Side Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jardin Jewel
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bali Hai Teal
PPG
Very similar
Tantalizing Teal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Teal Seaglass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Island Breeze
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Velvet Morning
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Velvet Morning
#99E5D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#75A6BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Velvet Morning
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Velvet Morning 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 Velvet Morning.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Velvet Morning — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Velvet Morning have?
Velvet Morning by Behr has a neutral 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 Velvet Morning in your own space before committing.
What colors match Velvet Morning from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Velvet Morning are Mermaid's Song by Valspar (a near-identical match), Fresh Mist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Polished Turquoise by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Velvet Morning'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 Velvet Morning?
Velvet Morning has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.0, 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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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 Velvet Morning's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.