Ref. #496156 · HC-135
Lafayette Green
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lafayette Green Technical Profile
What color is Lafayette Green? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #496156. Colors similar to Lafayette Green include Dunn-Edwards Pine Haven, MPC Floresta Green, Behr Congo. Lafayette Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Lafayette Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Lafayette Green pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Lafayette Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lafayette Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lafayette Green
#496156
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#588385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lafayette Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lafayette 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 Lafayette Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lafayette Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lafayette Green have?
Lafayette Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Lafayette Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Pine Haven by Dunn-Edwards (#486358), Floresta Green by MPC (#455C52), Congo by Behr (#4D6053). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lafayette Green?
Lafayette Green has an LRV of 10.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lafayette Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.