Sweet Basil 455 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #57674F, LRV 12 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gladiator Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #57674F · 455
Sweet Basil
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sweet Basil Technical Profile
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Sweet Basil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sweet Basil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSweet Basil
Nearly identical
BehrGladiator Gray
Gladiator Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Picholine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Picholine
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Still Searching
PPG
Very similar
Boughs of Pine
Valspar
Very similar
Hinterland
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Snap Peas
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Olivetone
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Reed Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Basil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Basil
#57674F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D8C65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Basil 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 Sweet Basil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Basil have?
Sweet Basil by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sweet Basil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sweet Basil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweet Basil are Gladiator Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Nature Surrounds by Behr (a near-identical match), Picholine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sweet Basil'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 Sweet Basil?
Sweet Basil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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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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 Sweet Basil's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.