Carolina Green 1229-7 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #008B6D, LRV 20 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celtic Queen from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #008B6D · 1229-7
Carolina Green
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Carolina Green Technical Profile
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Carolina Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Carolina Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCarolina Green
Nearly identical
BehrCeltic Queen
Celtic Queen
Behr
Nearly identical
Pop Of Green
Kilz
Nearly identical
Peridot
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Emerald Enchantment
Valspar
Very similar
Grassy Meadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fern Gully
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shamrock Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ionian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Willow Lane
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Traffic Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carolina Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carolina Green
#008B6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#267898
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carolina Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carolina 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Carolina 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.
Carolina Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carolina Green have?
Carolina Green by PPG 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 Carolina Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Carolina Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carolina Green are Celtic Queen by Behr (a near-identical match), Pop Of Green by Kilz (a near-identical match), Peridot by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Carolina Green'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 Carolina Green?
Carolina Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Carolina Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.