Timson Green CW-470 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #6F753B, LRV 16 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Shade from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F753B · CW-470
Timson Green
16%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Timson Green Technical Profile
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Timson Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Timson Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreTimson Green
Very similar
BehrOlive Shade
Olive Shade
Behr
Very similar
Garden Spot
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oakmoss
PPG
Very similar
Acadian Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tara's Drapes
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wild Jungle
Kilz
Very similar
Tuscany Hillside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Olive Drab
Valspar
Very similar
Green Glow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timson Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timson Green
#6F753B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D885B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timson Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timson 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 Timson Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timson Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timson Green have?
Timson Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Timson Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Timson Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timson Green are Olive Shade by Behr (a very close match), Garden Spot by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Relentless Olive by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Timson 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 Timson Green?
Timson Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.4, 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 Timson Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.