May Green 6017 is a green paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #4C9141, LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greenbelt from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C9141 · 6017
May Green
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
May Green Technical Profile
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May Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to May Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALMay Green
Very similar
BehrGreenbelt
Greenbelt
Behr
Very similar
Antique Green
PPG
Very similar
Lily Pad Place
Vista Paint
Very similar
Golf Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Envy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wild Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lime Candy
Valspar
Very similar
Grassy Fields
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fieldhouse Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Watered Grass
Kilz
Very similar
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With May Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
May Green
#4C9141
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#669F7B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for May Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
May 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to May Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
May Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does May Green have?
May Green by RAL 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 May Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match May Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to May Green are Greenbelt by Behr (a very close match), Tuscan Herbs by Behr (a very close match), Antique Green by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting May 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 May Green?
May Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why May Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.