Newt Green 2149-10 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C7E44, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olivery from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C7E44 · 2149-10
Newt Green
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Newt Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C7E44
RGB140, 126, 68
Estimated LRV20.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#8C7F44
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Colors That Work With Newt Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Newt Green
#8C7E44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C9C67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Newt Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Newt 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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Newt Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Newt Green have?
Newt Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Newt Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Newt Green are Olivery by Kilz (a close digital match), Shaded Glen by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Peas Please by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Newt 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 Newt Green?
Newt Green has a estimated lightness value of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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