Emerald Stream RG120-02 is a green paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #5F9E88, LRV 29 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Beach Grass from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F9E88 · RG120-02
Emerald Stream
29%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Emerald Stream Technical Profile
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Emerald Stream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Emerald Stream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzEmerald Stream
Nearly identical
ValsparBeach Grass
Beach Grass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Derby Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Alpine Trail
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jargon Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hallowed Hush
Behr
Very similar
Tarragon Tease
Vista Paint
Very similar
Crisp Lettuce
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Calmness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mineralized Jade
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Emerald Stream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Emerald Stream
#5F9E88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83A6AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Emerald Stream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Emerald Stream 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Emerald Stream.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Emerald Stream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Emerald Stream have?
Emerald Stream by Kilz 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 Emerald Stream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Emerald Stream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Emerald Stream are Beach Grass by Valspar (a near-identical match), Derby Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Alpine Trail by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Emerald Stream'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 Emerald Stream?
Emerald Stream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Emerald Stream's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.