Green Monsoon 5008-3C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B6BEA1, LRV 49 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Terrarium Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6BEA1 · 5008-3C
Green Monsoon
49%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Monsoon Technical Profile
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Green Monsoon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Green Monsoon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGreen Monsoon
Nearly identical
PPGTerrarium Green
Terrarium Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Bonsai Pot
Behr
Nearly identical
Saged Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lily Pad
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Arbor Vitae
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recycled Glass
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Pine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Vapor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Whirlybird
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
California Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Monsoon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Monsoon
#B6BEA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Monsoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Monsoon 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Green Monsoon.
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Green Monsoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Monsoon have?
Green Monsoon by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Green Monsoon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Green Monsoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Green Monsoon are Terrarium Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Bonsai Pot by Behr (a near-identical match), Dried Chervil by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Green Monsoon'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 Green Monsoon?
Green Monsoon 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
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 Green Monsoon's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.