Fern Glow 17-27 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B6C876, LRV 53 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stem Green from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6C876 · 17-27
Fern Glow
53%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fern Glow Technical Profile
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Fern Glow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fern Glow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFern Glow
Very similar
Benjamin MooreStem Green
Stem Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lavish Lime
Behr
Very similar
Frog Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Frog Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Green Gecko
Valspar
Very similar
Jungle Floor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Desert Lime
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lime Rickey
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Green Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fern Glow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fern Glow
#B6C876
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EB37F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fern Glow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fern Glow 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 Fern Glow.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fern Glow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fern Glow have?
Fern Glow 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 Fern Glow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fern Glow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fern Glow are Stem Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Lavish Lime by Behr (a very close match), Back To Nature by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Fern Glow'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 Fern Glow?
Fern Glow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Fern Glow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.