Kelp Forest Green 2043-30 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #01977B, LRV 24 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Swell from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #01977B · 2043-30
Kelp Forest Green
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kelp Forest Green Technical Profile
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Kelp Forest Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kelp Forest 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 MooreKelp Forest Green
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Swell
Sea Swell
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tropical Waters
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Kelp
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Miami Jade
PPG
Very similar
Emerald Acres
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cabana Stripe
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Philips Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bejewelled
Kilz
Visible difference
Jitterbug Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kelp Forest Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kelp Forest Green
#01977B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#297CA2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kelp Forest Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kelp Forest 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 Kelp Forest Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kelp Forest Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kelp Forest Green have?
Kelp Forest Green 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 Kelp Forest Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kelp Forest Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kelp Forest Green are Sea Swell by Valspar (a near-identical match), Green Sea by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tropical Waters by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kelp Forest 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 Kelp Forest Green?
Kelp Forest Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kelp Forest Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.