Very Green 2040-30 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #18785D, LRV 14 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soapstone from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #18785D · 2040-30
Very Green
14%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Very Green Technical Profile
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Very Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Very 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 MooreVery Green
Nearly identical
BehrSoapstone
Soapstone
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Suede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Emerald Pool
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ivy League
PPG
Nearly identical
Aquadazzle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Willow Lane
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grassy Meadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Starboard
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pop Of Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Patina Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Very Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Very Green
#18785D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3B7788
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Very Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Very 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 Very 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.
Very Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Very Green have?
Very 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 Very Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Very Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Very Green are Soapstone by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Suede by Valspar (a near-identical match), Emerald Pool by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Very 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 Very Green?
Very Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Very Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.