Slow Green 6456 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C6D5C9, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Juniper Mist from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6D5C9 · 6456
Slow Green
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Slow Green
Slow Green is a soft, light blue-green at LRV 64 — a gentle aqua-sage that reads cool and calm, shifting between green and blue with the light. It's a restful choice for bathrooms, bedrooms, and kitchens where you want a watery, spa-like color that stays light and airy.
Like all soft blue-greens it's hard to predict from the chip, so sample where it's going. It pairs with crisp whites and natural wood. Benjamin Moore Turquoise Mist is its near-identical cross-brand match, with Behr Heath Gray close behind.
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Slow Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slow 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-WilliamsSlow Green
Nearly identical
ValsparJuniper Mist
Juniper Mist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Grass
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lily Pond
PPG
Nearly identical
Heath Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Opaline
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Muted Opal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Amelia
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Marble Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Seafoam Blanket
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slow Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slow Green
#C6D5C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slow Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slow 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 Slow Green.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slow Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slow Green have?
Slow Green by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Slow Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slow Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slow Green are Juniper Mist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Grass by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Turquoise Mist by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slow 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 Slow Green?
Slow Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Slow Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.