Perennial 405 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A8B655, estimated LRV 39 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hyper from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #A8B655 · 405
Perennial
39%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Perennial Technical Profile
HEX Code#A8B655
RGB168, 182, 85
Estimated LRV39.4
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 Perennial
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perennial
#A8B655
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92B181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perennial
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perennial Room Palettes
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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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Perennial — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perennial have?
Perennial 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 Perennial from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perennial are Hyper by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Hyper by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Jive Clive by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Perennial'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 Perennial?
Perennial has a estimated lightness value of 39.4, 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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