Arbor Vitae 0427 is a neutral paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #BBC3AD, LRV 53 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Historical Ruins from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC3AD · 0427
Arbor Vitae
53%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Arbor Vitae in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Arbor Vitae in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sArbor Vitae
Nearly identical
BehrHistorical Ruins
Historical Ruins
Behr
Nearly identical
Arbor Vitae
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aganthus Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Side Kick
PPG
Nearly identical
Wedding Mint
Valspar
Nearly identical
Zion
Kilz
Very similar
Belize Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Countryside
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hazel Gaze
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Glass .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Arbor Vitae
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arbor Vitae
#BBC3AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8AAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arbor Vitae
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arbor Vitae 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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Arbor Vitae — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arbor Vitae have?
Arbor Vitae by Hirshfield's has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Arbor Vitae in your own space before committing.
What colors match Arbor Vitae from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arbor Vitae are Historical Ruins by Behr (a near-identical match), Arbor Vitae by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Whitewater Bay by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Arbor Vitae'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 Arbor Vitae?
Arbor Vitae has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Arbor Vitae's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.