Ref. #957C37 · 8003-24G
Marsh Grass
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Marsh Grass Technical Profile
What color is Marsh Grass? It's a deep warm green with the hex code #957C37. Colors similar to Marsh Grass include Benjamin Moore Dragonwell, Behr Woven Basket, Behr Wool Tweed. Marsh Grass has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Marsh Grass creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Marsh Grass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marsh Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marsh Grass
#957C37
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92A35C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marsh Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marsh Grass 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 Marsh Grass.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marsh Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marsh Grass have?
Marsh Grass by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Marsh Grass from other brands?
The closest matches are Dragonwell by Benjamin Moore (#967F38), Woven Basket by Behr (#987F33), Wool Tweed by Behr (#907838). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Marsh Grass?
Marsh Grass has an LRV of 21.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Marsh Grass's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.