Ref. #2E6864 · 6481
Green Bay
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Green Bay Technical Profile
What color is Green Bay? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #2E6864. Colors similar to Green Bay include MPC Malachite Green Met., Behr Mythic Forest, Behr Verdant Forest. Green Bay has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Green Bay creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Green Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Bay
#2E6864
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4D687C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Bay 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 Green Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Bay have?
Green Bay by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Green Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Malachite Green Met. by MPC (#2D6A65), Mythic Forest by Behr (#356A67), Verdant Forest by Behr (#256461). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Bay?
Green Bay has an LRV of 11.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Green Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.