Fresh Grass 426 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9FC57A, LRV 46 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pea Pod from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9FC57A · 426
Fresh Grass
46%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fresh Grass Technical Profile
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Fresh Grass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fresh Grass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreFresh Grass
Nearly identical
ValsparPea Pod
Pea Pod
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wonder Woods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sweet Grass
Behr
Very similar
Wonder Woods
Vista Paint
Very similar
Picnic
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grass Clippings
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fresh Cut Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hearty Hosta
PPG
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Grass
#9FC57A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Grass 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 Fresh Grass.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Grass have?
Fresh Grass by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fresh Grass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fresh Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Grass are Pea Pod by Valspar (a near-identical match), Wonder Woods by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Sweet Grass by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Fresh Grass'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 Fresh Grass?
Fresh Grass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.4, 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 Fresh Grass's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.