Straightforward Green is the most flexible accent family in residential paint — works as both a whole-room neutral when desaturated and a confident statement when saturated. At LRV 29 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it only if your fixed finishes (flooring, stone, tile) already lean hard warm or cool enough to clash — otherwise it's one of the most forgiving families.
Ref. #52A550 · 6935
Straightforward Green
29%LRV Value
Straightforward Green Technical Profile
What color is Sherwin-Williams Straightforward Green (6935)? It's a deep cool green — hex #52A550, LRV 29. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Straightforward Green is Dutch Boy Feeling Lucky — a near-identical match on the wall, with Valspar Polly Green and Benjamin Moore Sullivan Green also close. Its LRV of 29 gives Straightforward Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Straightforward Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Straightforward Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Straightforward Green
#52A550
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7EAA93
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Straightforward Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Straightforward 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 Straightforward Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Straightforward Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Straightforward Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Straightforward Green are Feeling Lucky by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Polly Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Sullivan Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Straightforward Green's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Straightforward Green?
Straightforward Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.3, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Straightforward Green depends on the room. Here's how to choose.