Guacamole 1121-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9AA77C, LRV 36 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barefoot in the Grass from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9AA77C · 1121-5
Guacamole
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Guacamole Technical Profile
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Guacamole in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Guacamole in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGuacamole
Very similar
Benjamin MooreBarefoot in the Grass
Barefoot in the Grass
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Sherwin-Williams
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Farrow & Ball
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Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Guacamole
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Guacamole
#9AA77C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Guacamole
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Guacamole 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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Guacamole — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Guacamole have?
Guacamole by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Guacamole in your own space before committing.
What colors match Guacamole from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Guacamole are Barefoot in the Grass by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Tent Green by Behr (a very close match), Nurturing by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Guacamole'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 Guacamole?
Guacamole has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.0, 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
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 Guacamole's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.