Ref. #5A7F60 · CW-525
Raleigh Green
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Raleigh Green Technical Profile
What color is Raleigh Green? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #5A7F60. Colors similar to Raleigh Green include Vista Paint Grasshopper, Hirshfield's Grasshopper, MPC Lux Green Met.. Raleigh Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Raleigh Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Raleigh Green pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Raleigh Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raleigh Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raleigh Green
#5A7F60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E9E8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raleigh Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raleigh 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 Raleigh Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Raleigh Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raleigh Green have?
Raleigh Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Raleigh Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Grasshopper by Vista Paint (#5E7F60), Grasshopper by Hirshfield's (#5E805F), Lux Green Met. by MPC (#61825F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Raleigh Green?
Raleigh Green has an LRV of 18.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Raleigh Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.