Wheatgrass RG240-02 is a green paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #81B589, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tree Fern from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #81B589 · RG240-02
Wheatgrass
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wheatgrass Technical Profile
HEX Code#81B589
RGB129, 181, 137
Estimated LRV39.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Wheatgrass
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wheatgrass
#81B589
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wheatgrass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wheatgrass 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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Wheatgrass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wheatgrass have?
Wheatgrass by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Wheatgrass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wheatgrass are Tree Fern by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data), Verde by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data), Garden Variety by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Wheatgrass'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 Wheatgrass?
Wheatgrass has a estimated lightness value of 39.5, 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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