Pale Avocado 2146-40 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D4D090, estimated LRV 59 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Mood from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D4D090 · 2146-40
Pale Avocado
59%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pale Avocado Technical Profile
HEX Code#D4D090
RGB212, 208, 144
Estimated LRV58.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Pale Avocado
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Avocado
#D4D090
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CB47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Avocado 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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Pale Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Avocado have?
Pale Avocado by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Pale Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Avocado are Winter Mood by Behr (a close digital match), Almondine by Behr (a close digital match), Ground Ginger by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Avocado'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 Pale Avocado?
Pale Avocado has a estimated lightness value of 58.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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