Grasshopper AF-415 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C6C498, estimated LRV 54 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lion from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C6C498 · AF-415
Grasshopper
54%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Grasshopper Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6C498
RGB198, 196, 152
Estimated LRV53.8
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#C6C69B
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Colors That Work With Grasshopper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grasshopper
#C6C498
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grasshopper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grasshopper 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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Grasshopper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grasshopper have?
Grasshopper by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Grasshopper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grasshopper are Lion by Behr (a close digital match), Shagreen by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Brambled Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grasshopper'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 Grasshopper?
Grasshopper has a estimated lightness value of 53.8, 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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