Ref. #C2B501 · 2024-10
Chartreuse
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Chartreuse Technical Profile
What color is Chartreuse? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #C2B501. Colors similar to Chartreuse include Behr Sweet And Sour, Vista Paint Miss Marigold, Behr Leapfrog. Chartreuse has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Chartreuse depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Chartreuse reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Chartreuse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chartreuse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chartreuse
#C2B501
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85C432
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chartreuse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chartreuse 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Chartreuse.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chartreuse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chartreuse have?
Chartreuse by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Chartreuse from other brands?
The closest matches are Sweet And Sour by Behr (#C4B30B), Miss Marigold by Vista Paint (#CDBC09), Leapfrog by Behr (#C3B430). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chartreuse?
Chartreuse has an LRV of 41.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Chartreuse's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.