Kensington Green 710 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9BBAB6, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lake Country from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9BBAB6 · 710
Kensington Green
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kensington Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#9BBAB6
RGB155, 186, 182
Estimated LRV45.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Kensington Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kensington Green
#9BBAB6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859EAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kensington Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kensington 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
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Kensington Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kensington Green have?
Kensington Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Kensington Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kensington Green are Lake Country by Valspar (a close digital match), Lap Pool Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Opal Silk by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Kensington 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 Kensington Green?
Kensington Green has a estimated lightness value of 45.5, 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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