True Green 2042-10 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #016148, LRV 9 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baguio Green from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #016148 · 2042-10
True Green
9%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
True Green Technical Profile
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True Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to True 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 MooreTrue Green
Very similar
Dutch BoyBaguio Green
Baguio Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peacock Green
PPG
Very similar
Realm
Behr
Very similar
Billiard Table
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Starboard
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Turquoise Green
RAL
Very similar
Emerald Lights
Vista Paint
Very similar
Poker Green
Valspar
Visible difference
Cute Pixie
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Serrano Pepper
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With True Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
True Green
#016148
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#1F6176
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for True Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
True 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 True Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
True Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does True Green have?
True Green by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample True Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match True Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to True Green are Baguio Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Peacock Green by PPG (a very close match), Realm by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting True 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 True Green?
True Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why True Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.