ColorplanBenjamin Moore Greenhow Moss (CW-450) is a deep green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 36. For trim, try Moonlight White (OC-125).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 36.1 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A6A56C |
| RGB | 166, 165, 108 |
| HSL | 59°, 25%, 54% |
About Greenhow Moss
Greenhow Moss (CW-450) is a deep, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 36, Greenhow Moss absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Greenhow Moss's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. It's very close to Brookside Moss (2145-30); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Greenhow Moss changes with the light
Greenhow Moss has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Greenhow Moss's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Greenhow Moss will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Greenhow Moss can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Greenhow Moss will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Greenhow Moss in real homes
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Greenhow Moss equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 9.6
Also close: Clary Sage (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.9
Also close: Saxon Green (ΔE 7.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.2
Also close: Clary Sage (ΔE 7.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Greenhow Moss questions
What undertone does Greenhow Moss have?
Greenhow Moss has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Greenhow Moss's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Greenhow Moss a light or dark color?
Greenhow Moss has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 36.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 36, Greenhow Moss absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Greenhow Moss in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sage SW 2860 (closest available, ΔE 9.6); Farrow & Ball: Yeabridge Green No.287 (closest available, ΔE 6.9); Behr: Back to Nature S340-4 (closest available, ΔE 7.2). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Greenhow Moss?
Try Moonlight White (OC-125) on trim and Super White (OC-152) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Greenhow Moss's undertone.
Where does Greenhow Moss work best?
Greenhow Moss works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 36, Greenhow Moss absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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