Softened Green 6177 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BBBCA7, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vert de Terre from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBBCA7 · 6177
Softened Green
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
More about Softened Green
Softened Green is a gentle, mid-tone sage at LRV 49 — a calm, grayed green that reads as a restful near-neutral rather than a vivid color. It's a close cousin of the popular Benjamin Moore October Mist, making it the SW pick for that soft, dusty-sage look.
Its muted quality means it plays well with creamy whites and warm wood, shifting a little greener or grayer with the light. Benjamin Moore Tree Moss is its near-identical cross-brand match.
Softened Green Technical Profile
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Softened Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Softened 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-WilliamsSoftened Green
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallVert de Terre
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sweet Clover
Valspar
Nearly identical
Tree Moss
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pine Crush
PPG
Nearly identical
Tickled Crow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fiorito
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Garden Lattice
Behr
Nearly identical
Fiorito
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cathedral Spire
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Loden Frost
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Softened Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Softened Green
#BBBCA7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Softened Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Softened 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 Softened 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.
Softened Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Softened Green have?
Softened Green 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 Softened Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Softened Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Softened Green are Vert de Terre by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Sweet Clover by Valspar (a near-identical match), Tree Moss by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Softened 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 Softened Green?
Softened Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Softened Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.