Ref. #BBBA77 · K-419
Young Green
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Young Green Technical Profile
What color is Young Green? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #BBBA77. Colors similar to Young Green include Behr Harmonic Tan, Benjamin Moore Lilianna, RAL Green Beige. Young Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Young Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Young Green reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Young Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Young Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Young Green
#BBBA77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Young Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Young 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Young Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Young Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Young Green have?
Young Green by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Young Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Harmonic Tan by Behr (#BEBC7C), Lilianna by Benjamin Moore (#BDB979), Green Beige by RAL (#BEBD7F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Young Green?
Young Green has an LRV of 47.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Young Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.