Active Green 6986 is a green paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6CCCA5 and LRV 49. Its closest cross-brand match is Day in the Garden from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6CCCA5 · 6986
Active Green
49%LRV Value
Active Green Technical Profile
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Active Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Active Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsActive Green
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDay in the Garden
Day in the Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cliffside Park
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crystal Gem
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavish Green
Valspar
Very similar
Summer Dragonfly
Behr
Very similar
Aquamarine Ocean
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Vegetation
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Glazed Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iguana
Kilz
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Active Green
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
Pure 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
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Active 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.
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 near-identical match), Cliffside Park by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Crystal Gem by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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.
Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Active Green depends on the room. Here's how to choose.