The Back Nine K-288 is a green paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #236843, LRV 11 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jade Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #236843 · K-288
The Back Nine
11%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
The Back Nine Technical Profile
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The Back Nine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to The Back Nine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintThe Back Nine
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyJade Green
Jade Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Billiard Table
Behr
Very similar
Greens
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lucky Clover
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brunswick
PPG
Very similar
Mint Green
RAL
Very similar
Celtic Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Four-Leaf Clover
Valspar
Very similar
Aquadazzle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Serrano Pepper
Kilz
Visible difference
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With The Back Nine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
The Back Nine
#236843
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#437B79
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for The Back Nine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
The Back Nine 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 The Back Nine.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
The Back Nine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does The Back Nine have?
The Back Nine by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample The Back Nine in your own space before committing.
What colors match The Back Nine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to The Back Nine are Jade Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Billiard Table by Behr (a very close match), Green Agate by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting The Back Nine'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 The Back Nine?
The Back Nine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.7, 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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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 The Back Nine's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.