Cypress Green 509 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A4A288, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lichen from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A4A288 · 509
Cypress Green
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cypress Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4A288
RGB164, 162, 136
Estimated LRV35.5
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Cypress Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cypress Green
#A4A288
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cypress Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cypress Green 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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Cypress Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cypress Green have?
Cypress Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Cypress Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cypress Green are Lichen by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Head for the Beach by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Dusty Olive by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cypress Green'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 Cypress Green?
Cypress Green has a estimated lightness value of 35.5, 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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