Green Essence 853 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E4EDDA, LRV 80 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gratitude from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4EDDA · 853
Green Essence
80%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Essence Technical Profile
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Green Essence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Green Essence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGreen Essence
Nearly identical
PPGGratitude
Gratitude
PPG
Nearly identical
Chartreuse Frost
Valspar
Nearly identical
Light Bamboo
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Winter Shamrock
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Turtle Dove
Behr
Nearly identical
Nature’s Palette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Leaf Print
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Forest Light
Kilz
Very similar
Grey White
RAL
Very similar
Gratifying Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Imagine .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Essence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Essence
#E4EDDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Essence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Essence 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 Green Essence.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Essence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Essence have?
Green Essence 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 Green Essence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Green Essence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Green Essence are Gratitude by PPG (a near-identical match), Chilled Mint by PPG (a near-identical match), Chartreuse Frost by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Green Essence'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 Green Essence?
Green Essence has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 80.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Green Essence's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.