ColorplanBenjamin Moore Lichen Green (2150-20) is a deep yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 30. For trim, try Linen White (OC-146).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 29.6 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #A89343 |
| RGB | 168, 147, 67 |
| HSL | 48°, 43%, 46% |
About Lichen Green
Lichen Green (2150-20) is a deep, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 30, Lichen Green 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 Lichen Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Willow Green (2150-10), it's lighter and warmer.
How Lichen Green changes with the light
Lichen Green 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
Lichen Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Lichen Green 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 Lichen Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Lichen Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Lichen Green in real homes
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Lichen Green 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 13.7
Also close: Latte (ΔE 14.0)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 8.1
Also close: India Yellow (ΔE 8.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 13.7
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 14.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Lichen Green questions
What undertone does Lichen Green have?
Lichen Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lichen Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Lichen Green a light or dark color?
Lichen Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 29.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 30, Lichen Green 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 Lichen Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (closest available, ΔE 13.7); Farrow & Ball: Duster No.319 (closest available, ΔE 8.1); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (closest available, ΔE 13.7). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Lichen Green?
Try Linen White (OC-146) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Lichen Green's undertone.
Where does Lichen Green work best?
Lichen Green works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 30, Lichen Green 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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