Fernwood Green 2145-40 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CDCDA4, LRV 57 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marrett Apple from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDCDA4 · 2145-40
Fernwood Green
57%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fernwood Green Technical Profile
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Fernwood Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fernwood Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFernwood Green
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMarrett Apple
Marrett Apple
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crisp Celery
Behr
Nearly identical
Hillsmere
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paris Mint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shagreen
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Brambled Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Watercress
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Leaf .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Dancing Kite
PPG
Nearly identical
Celery Stick
Kilz
Very similar
Cooking Apple Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fernwood Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fernwood Green
#CDCDA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fernwood Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fernwood 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Fernwood Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fernwood Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fernwood Green have?
Fernwood Green 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 Fernwood Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fernwood Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fernwood Green are Marrett Apple by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Crisp Celery by Behr (a near-identical match), Hillsmere by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fernwood 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 Fernwood Green?
Fernwood Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.8, 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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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 Fernwood Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.