Peale Green HC-121 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #596B55, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gladiator Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #596B55 · HC-121
Peale Green
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Peale Green Technical Profile
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Peale Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peale 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 MoorePeale Green
Nearly identical
BehrGladiator Gray
Gladiator Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Picholine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Picholine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green Bayou
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Alpine Top
Valspar
Very similar
Still Searching
PPG
Very similar
Preserved Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kale Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Reed Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peale Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peale Green
#596B55
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#619271
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peale Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peale 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 Peale Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peale Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peale Green have?
Peale Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Peale Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peale Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peale Green are Gladiator Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Picholine by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Picholine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Peale 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 Peale Green?
Peale Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peale Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.