Ref. #2E5E5B · 2051-20
Pine Green
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pine Green Technical Profile
What color is Pine Green? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #2E5E5B. Colors similar to Pine Green include MPC Garment Green, MPC Tutu Teal, MPC Alpine Green. Pine Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Pine Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Pine Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pine Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pine Green
#2E5E5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4C6273
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pine Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pine 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 Pine Green.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pine Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pine Green have?
Pine Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Pine Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Garment Green by MPC (#315F5A), Tutu Teal by MPC (#2F6161), Alpine Green by MPC (#2E5D56). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pine Green?
Pine Green has an LRV of 9.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pine Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.