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Exotic Bloom
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Exotic Bloom Technical Profile
What color is Exotic Bloom? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #96C985. Colors similar to Exotic Bloom include Valspar Superior Green, Vista Paint Grand Valley, Dunn-Edwards Fresh Cut Grass. Exotic Bloom has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Exotic Bloom depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Exotic Bloom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Exotic Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Bloom
#96C985
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81B18D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Bloom 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 Exotic Bloom.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Exotic Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Bloom have?
Exotic Bloom by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Exotic Bloom from other brands?
The closest matches are Superior Green by Valspar (#90C881), Grand Valley by Vista Paint (#96C383), Fresh Cut Grass by Dunn-Edwards (#91CB7D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Exotic Bloom?
Exotic Bloom has an LRV of 47.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Exotic Bloom's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.