Pear Green 2028-40 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C4D270, LRV 59 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonic Lime from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4D270 · 2028-40
Pear Green
59%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pear Green Technical Profile
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Pear Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pear 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 MoorePear Green
Nearly identical
ValsparSonic Lime
Sonic Lime
Valspar
Nearly identical
Goody Gumdrop
PPG
Nearly identical
Petal .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Alligator Alley
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lime Sorbet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Frog Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Perfectly Pear
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spring Grass
Behr
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Primavera
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Green Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pear Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pear Green
#C4D270
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90B979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Pear Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pear 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 Pear 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.
Pear Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pear Green have?
Pear Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) 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 Pear Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pear Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pear Green are Sonic Lime by Valspar (a near-identical match), Goody Gumdrop by PPG (a near-identical match), Petal .02 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pear 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 Pear Green?
Pear Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.0, 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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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 Pear Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.