Ref. #006D5F · K-240
Emerald Accent
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Emerald Accent Technical Profile
What color is Emerald Accent? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #006D5F. Colors similar to Emerald Accent include Sherwin-Williams Poseidon, Benjamin Moore Manor Green, MPC Nephrite Jade. Emerald Accent has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Emerald Accent creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Emerald Accent
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Emerald Accent
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Emerald Accent
#006D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#205C80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Emerald Accent
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Emerald Accent 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Emerald Accent.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Emerald Accent — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Emerald Accent have?
Emerald Accent by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Emerald Accent from other brands?
The closest matches are Poseidon by Sherwin-Williams (#016D60), Manor Green by Benjamin Moore (#016C5C), Nephrite Jade by MPC (#007366). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Emerald Accent?
Emerald Accent has an LRV of 11.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Emerald Accent's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.