Active Green 6986 is a green paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6CCCA5 and estimated LRV 49. Its closest cross-brand match is Day in the Garden from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #6CCCA5 · 6986
Active Green
49%Estimated LRV
Active Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#6CCCA5
RGB108, 204, 165
Estimated LRV49.1
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Color Familygreen
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Day in the Garden
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#66C8A0
Close digital match
Cliffside Park
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#76C9A3
Close digital match
Crystal Gem
PPG
#79D0A7
Close digital match
Lavish Green
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#82CDAD
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#5CCD97
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#72C2A6
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#95D3A3
Visible digital difference
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#84B59C
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#A2C8A1
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RAL
#84C3BE
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Colors That Work With Active Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Active Green
#6CCCA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7BB1B7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Active Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Active 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Active Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Active Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Active Green are Day in the Garden by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Cliffside Park by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Crystal Gem by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Active 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 Active Green?
Active Green has a estimated lightness value of 49.1, 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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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Active Green depends on the room. Here's how to choose.