Sussex Green HC-109 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #817D65, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Knotweed from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #817D65 · HC-109
Sussex Green
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sussex Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#817D65
RGB129, 125, 101
Estimated LRV20.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Sussex Green
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Knotweed
Behr
#7F7B65
Close digital match
Smoky Forest
Dunn-Edwards
#817D68
Close digital match
Castle Moss
Dutch Boy
#807A63
Close digital match
Manchester mood
Vista Paint
#827D60
Close digital match
Ironclad
Valspar
#7F7962
Close digital match
Sonata
Hirshfield's
#7E795E
Close digital match
Olive Wood
Kilz
#847D5F
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Tortuga
PPG
#84816F
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Dibber
Farrow & Ball
#7E775B
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Avocado
Sherwin-Williams
#857C5D
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Olive Grey
RAL
#7E7B52
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Sussex Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sussex Green
#817D65
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93A376
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sussex Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sussex 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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Sussex Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sussex Green have?
Sussex Green by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Sussex Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sussex Green are Knotweed by Behr (a close digital match), Smoky Forest by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Castle Moss by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sussex 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 Sussex Green?
Sussex Green has a estimated lightness value of 20.3, 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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