Norway Spruce 452 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9CAE98, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Confederate from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9CAE98 · 452
Norway Spruce
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Norway Spruce Technical Profile
HEX Code#9CAE98
RGB156, 174, 152
Estimated LRV39.6
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Norway Spruce
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Norway Spruce
#9CAE98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD92
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Norway Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Norway Spruce 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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Norway Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Norway Spruce have?
Norway Spruce by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Norway Spruce from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Norway Spruce are Confederate by Behr (a close digital match), Green Amazons by Behr (a close digital match), Verde Amazonas by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Norway Spruce'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 Norway Spruce?
Norway Spruce has a estimated lightness value of 39.6, 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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