Machine Green 1218-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A6A23F, LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Moss from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6A23F · 1218-6
Machine Green
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Machine Green Technical Profile
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Machine Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Machine Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMachine Green
Nearly identical
BehrSpring Moss
Spring Moss
Behr
Nearly identical
The Goods
Vista Paint
Very similar
Olive Tree
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
The Goods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Martian
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Vintage Chartreuse
Valspar
Very similar
Glib Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Better Lime
Kilz
Visible difference
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Machine Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Machine Green
#A6A23F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAB6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Machine Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Machine 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 Machine Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Machine Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Machine Green have?
Machine Green 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 Machine Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Machine Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Machine Green are Spring Moss by Behr (a near-identical match), Mossy Rock by Behr (a near-identical match), The Goods by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Machine 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 Machine Green?
Machine Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.3, 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 Machine Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.