Wheatgrass RG240-02 is a green paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #81B589, LRV 40 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Verde from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81B589 · RG240-02
Wheatgrass
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wheatgrass Technical Profile
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Wheatgrass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wheatgrass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzWheatgrass
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsVerde
Verde
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Frosted Emerald
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Forest Path
Behr
Nearly identical
Chatty Cricket
PPG
Very similar
Cedar Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Goddess Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Goddess Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jade Lite
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tossed Salad
Valspar
Very similar
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wheatgrass
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
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More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wheatgrass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wheatgrass have?
Wheatgrass 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 Wheatgrass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wheatgrass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wheatgrass are Verde by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Frosted Emerald by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Forest Path by Behr (a near-identical match) — 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wheatgrass's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.