Terrapin Green 2145-20 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8C8D51, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Enough Is Enough from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8C8D51 · 2145-20
Terrapin Green
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Terrapin Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#8C8D51
RGB140, 141, 81
Estimated LRV25.2
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Terrapin Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terrapin Green
#8C8D51
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88A071
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Terrapin Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terrapin 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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Terrapin Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Terrapin Green have?
Terrapin Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Terrapin Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terrapin Green are Enough Is Enough by PPG (a close digital match), Grapeyard Ridge by Kilz (a close digital match), Glade Green by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Terrapin 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 Terrapin Green?
Terrapin Green has a estimated lightness value of 25.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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