Celtic Folklore 411 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBE493, LRV 67 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clean N Crisp from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBE493 · 411
Celtic Folklore
67%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Celtic Folklore Technical Profile
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Celtic Folklore in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Celtic Folklore in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCeltic Folklore
Nearly identical
PPGClean N Crisp
Clean N Crisp
PPG
Nearly identical
Lightning Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Celery Sprig
Behr
Very similar
Tree Line
Kilz
Very similar
Afternoon Delight
Valspar
Very similar
Peeled Pistacchio
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mint Julep
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Green Lime
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dancing Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Celtic Folklore
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Celtic Folklore
#CBE493
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Celtic Folklore
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Celtic Folklore 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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Celtic Folklore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Celtic Folklore have?
Celtic Folklore by Benjamin Moore 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 Celtic Folklore in your own space before committing.
What colors match Celtic Folklore from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Celtic Folklore are Clean N Crisp by PPG (a near-identical match), Lightning Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Festival Green by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Celtic Folklore'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 Celtic Folklore?
Celtic Folklore has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.6, 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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Why Celtic Folklore's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.