Margarita 2026-20 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A5C801, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #A5C801 · 2026-20
Margarita
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Margarita Technical Profile
HEX Code#A5C801
RGB165, 200, 1
Estimated LRV46.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Margarita
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Margarita from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Margarita are Laser by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Margarita's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.