Ref. #519C4B · MP469
Gecko Green
26%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gecko Green Technical Profile
What color is Gecko Green? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #519C4B. Colors similar to Gecko Green include Behr Tuscan Herbs, Dunn-Edwards Golf Course, Valspar Bright Parrot. Gecko Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Gecko Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Gecko Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gecko Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gecko Green
#519C4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#75A589
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gecko Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gecko 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Gecko 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.
Gecko Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gecko Green have?
Gecko Green by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Gecko Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Tuscan Herbs by Behr (#54994A), Golf Course by Dunn-Edwards (#5A9E4B), Bright Parrot by Valspar (#5A9E48). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gecko Green?
Gecko Green has an LRV of 26.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Gecko Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.