Pistachio 561 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CAE3C6, LRV 69 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chayote from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAE3C6 · 561
Pistachio
69%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pistachio Technical Profile
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Pistachio in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pistachio in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePistachio
Nearly identical
BehrChayote
Chayote
Behr
Nearly identical
Budding Green
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dreamcatcher
PPG
Nearly identical
Butter Lettuce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Scottish Glenn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Jocular Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Refreshing Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pistachio
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pistachio
#CAE3C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84AE93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pistachio
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pistachio 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 Pistachio.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pistachio — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pistachio have?
Pistachio by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pistachio in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pistachio from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pistachio are Chayote by Behr (a near-identical match), Chayote Squash by Behr (a near-identical match), Budding Green by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pistachio'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 Pistachio?
Pistachio has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Pistachio's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.