Chartreuse 2024-10 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C2B501, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet And Sour from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2B501 · 2024-10
Chartreuse
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Chartreuse Technical Profile
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Chartreuse in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chartreuse in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreChartreuse
Nearly identical
BehrSweet And Sour
Sweet And Sour
Behr
Nearly identical
Miss Marigold
Vista Paint
Very similar
Humorous Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Biome
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Yellow Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lime Passion
Valspar
Very similar
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Grass Daisy
PPG
Visible difference
Green Gone Wild
Kilz
Visible difference
Rain Slicker
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chartreuse in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chartreuse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chartreuse are Sweet And Sour by Behr (a near-identical match), Miss Marigold by Vista Paint (a very close match), Leapfrog by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chartreuse'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 Chartreuse?
Chartreuse has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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.