Reef Green 2042-20 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #017F5E, estimated LRV 16 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Irish Beauty from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #017F5E · 2042-20
Reef Green
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Reef Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#017F5E
RGB1, 127, 94
Estimated LRV16.0
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 Familygreen
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Irish Beauty
Dunn-Edwards
#007F59
Close digital match
Caribbean Current
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#178065
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Ivy League
PPG
#007958
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#12775E
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#227654
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#347D65
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#24896A
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#238652
Visible digital difference
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#317F43
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Reef Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Reef Green
#017F5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#25758E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Reef Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Reef 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
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Reef Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Reef Green have?
Reef Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Reef Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Reef Green are Irish Beauty by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Caribbean Current by Behr (a very close match), Ivy League by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Reef Green'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 Reef Green?
Reef Green has a estimated lightness value of 16.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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