Kilkenny 6740 is a green paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #498555, LRV 19 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Forever Green from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #498555 · 6740
Kilkenny
19%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kilkenny Technical Profile
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Kilkenny in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kilkenny in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsKilkenny
Nearly identical
Vista PaintForever Green
Forever Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Emerald Ring
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pine Brook
Behr
Very similar
Nile Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Laurel Wreath
Valspar
Very similar
Melbourne
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Magical Hummingbird
Kilz
Very similar
Traffic Green
RAL
Very similar
Mallard Green
PPG
Very similar
Garden Fresh
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kilkenny
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kilkenny
#498555
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#679A8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kilkenny
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kilkenny 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.
Kilkenny — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kilkenny have?
Kilkenny by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kilkenny in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kilkenny from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kilkenny are Forever Green by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Emerald Ring by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Pine Brook by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kilkenny'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 Kilkenny?
Kilkenny has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kilkenny's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.