Surf Green 6473 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #5F887D, LRV 22 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coney Island from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F887D · 6473
Surf Green
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Surf Green Technical Profile
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Surf Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Surf 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-WilliamsSurf Green
Nearly identical
BehrConey Island
Coney Island
Behr
Nearly identical
Mountain Meadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mountain Meadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lawn Games
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gloucester Green
PPG
Very similar
Palm Trees
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Spa Green
Valspar
Very similar
Stanford Green
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Bitter Arugula
Kilz
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Surf Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Surf Green
#5F887D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7699A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Surf Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Surf 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 Surf 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.
Surf Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Surf Green have?
Surf 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 Surf Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Surf Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Surf Green are Coney Island by Behr (a near-identical match), Mountain Meadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dark Jade by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Surf 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 Surf Green?
Surf Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.5, 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 Surf Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.