Green Earth 7748 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #9A9883, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Creekside Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A9883 · 7748
Green Earth
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Green Earth Technical Profile
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Green Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Green Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGreen Earth
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCreekside Green
Creekside Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Milk Thistle
Behr
Nearly identical
Grandma's Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Orestes
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Squirrel'S Tail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Orestes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sylvan
PPG
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Expedition
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Earth
#9A9883
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Earth 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 Earth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Earth have?
Green Earth by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Green Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Green Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Green Earth are Creekside Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Milk Thistle by Behr (a near-identical match), Grandma's Linen by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Green Earth'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 Green Earth?
Green Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.0, 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 Green Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.