Perennial 405 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A8B655, 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.
Ref. #A8B655 · 405
Perennial
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Perennial Technical Profile
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Perennial in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Perennial in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePerennial
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sHyper
Hyper
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hyper
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beach Bag
PPG
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Intoxication
Behr
Very similar
Clipped Grass
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lime Rickey
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lush Green
Kilz
Very similar
Asparagus
Valspar
Very similar
Spring Ivy
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Green Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Perennial
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
Pure 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
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
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More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Perennial in your own space before committing.
What colors match Perennial from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perennial are Hyper by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Hyper by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Jive Clive by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Perennial's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.