Malachy Green 419 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #96CC55, LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Guacamole from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96CC55 · 419
Malachy Green
48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Malachy Green Technical Profile
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Malachy Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Malachy 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 MooreMalachy Green
Very similar
BehrFresh Guacamole
Fresh Guacamole
Behr
Very similar
Spring Lime
Valspar
Very similar
Cabbage Patch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lime Freckle
PPG
Very similar
Hidden Hills
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Peace
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glass Bottle
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Lush Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Electric Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Luminous Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Malachy Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Malachy Green
#96CC55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7BBA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Malachy Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Malachy 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 Malachy 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.
Malachy Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Malachy Green have?
Malachy 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 Malachy Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Malachy Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Malachy Green are Fresh Guacamole by Behr (a very close match), Siamese Green by Behr (a very close match), Spring Lime by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Malachy 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 Malachy Green?
Malachy Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Malachy Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.