Margarita 2026-20 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A5C801, LRV 46 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Laser from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5C801 · 2026-20
Margarita
46%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Margarita Technical Profile
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Margarita in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Margarita in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMargarita
Nearly identical
BehrLaser
Laser
Behr
Nearly identical
Sporting Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Temptations
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Center Stage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Limolicious
Valspar
Very similar
In the Tropics
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mojo
PPG
Visible difference
Petal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Green Gone Wild
Kilz
Visible difference
Hyper
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Margarita
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Margarita
#A5C801
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64C933
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Margarita
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Margarita 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
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More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Margarita — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Margarita have?
Margarita 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 Margarita in your own space before committing.
What colors match Margarita from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Margarita are Laser by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Neon by Behr (a very close match), Sporting Green by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Margarita'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 Margarita?
Margarita has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Margarita's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.