Lichen 1219-7 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9AA22B, LRV 33 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vintage Chartreuse from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9AA22B · 1219-7
Lichen
33%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lichen Technical Profile
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Lichen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lichen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLichen
Nearly identical
ValsparVintage Chartreuse
Vintage Chartreuse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Parisan Park
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spring Moss
Behr
Very similar
Glib Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Science Experiment
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Forest Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Better Lime
Kilz
Visible difference
Lazy Lizard
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Olive Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lichen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lichen
#9AA22B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7AAC54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lichen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lichen 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 Lichen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lichen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lichen have?
Lichen by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lichen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lichen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lichen are Vintage Chartreuse by Valspar (a near-identical match), Parisan Park by Vista Paint (a very close match), Spring Moss by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lichen'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 Lichen?
Lichen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, 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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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 Lichen's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.