Kale Green 6460 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #4F6A56, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pinecone Hill from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F6A56 · 6460
Kale Green
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kale Green Technical Profile
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Kale Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kale 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-WilliamsKale Green
Nearly identical
BehrPinecone Hill
Pinecone Hill
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Bayou
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Martha's Vineyard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Picholine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Still Searching
PPG
Very similar
Mallard
Valspar
Very similar
Plateau
Vista Paint
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Snap Peas
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Patina Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kale Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kale Green
#4F6A56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E8E82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kale Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kale 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 Kale Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kale Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kale Green have?
Kale Green by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) 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 Kale Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kale Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kale Green are Pinecone Hill by Behr (a near-identical match), Painted Turtle by Behr (a near-identical match), Dense Shrub by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kale 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 Kale Green?
Kale Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.6, 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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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 Kale Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.