Fern Glow 17-27 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B6C876, estimated 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.
PPG · #B6C876 · 17-27
Fern Glow
53%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fern Glow Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6C876
RGB182, 200, 118
Estimated LRV52.6
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
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Fern Glow
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 estimated lightness value 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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