Newt Green 2149-10 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C7E44, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olivery from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8C7E44 · 2149-10
Newt Green
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Newt Green Technical Profile
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Newt Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Newt 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 MooreNewt Green
Nearly identical
KilzOlivery
Olivery
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shaded Glen
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peas Please
PPG
Nearly identical
Lucky Bamboo
Behr
Very similar
Rural Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Turkish Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grassy Cliff
Valspar
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Newt Green
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Newt Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Newt Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Newt Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Newt Green are Olivery by Kilz (a near-identical match), Shaded Glen by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Peas Please by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Newt Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.