Bittergreen CSP-990 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #87704C, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paddle Wheel from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #87704C · CSP-990
Bittergreen
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bittergreen Technical Profile
HEX Code#87704C
RGB135, 112, 76
Estimated LRV17.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Bittergreen
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bittergreen
#87704C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#969C6A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bittergreen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bittergreen 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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Bittergreen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bittergreen have?
Bittergreen by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bittergreen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bittergreen are Paddle Wheel by PPG (a close digital match), Golden Freesia by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Rutherford by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bittergreen'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 Bittergreen?
Bittergreen has a estimated lightness value of 17.3, 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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