Northern Lights 586 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #79BF9D, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gem Silica from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #79BF9D · 586
Northern Lights
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Northern Lights Technical Profile
HEX Code#79BF9D
RGB121, 191, 157
Estimated LRV43.8
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 Northern Lights
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Lights
#79BF9D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83AEAF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Lights
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Lights 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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Northern Lights — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Lights have?
Northern Lights 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 Northern Lights from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Lights are Gem Silica by Behr (a very close match), Green Meets Blue by Behr (a very close match), Australian Jade by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Northern Lights'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 Northern Lights?
Northern Lights has a estimated lightness value of 43.8, 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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