ColorplanBenjamin Moore Terrapin Green (2145-20) is a deep green with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 25. For trim, try Paper Mache (AF-25).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 24.8 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #8B8C50 |
| RGB | 139, 140, 80 |
| HSL | 61°, 27%, 43% |
About Terrapin Green
Terrapin Green (2145-20) is a deep, medium-strength green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 25, Terrapin 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 Terrapin 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 bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. It's very close to Winding Vines (532); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Terrapin Green changes with the light
Terrapin 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
Terrapin Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Terrapin 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 Terrapin Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Terrapin Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Terrapin Green in real homes
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Terrapin 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 12.0
Also close: Privilege Green (ΔE 13.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.8
Also close: Yeabridge Green (ΔE 8.5)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 8.9
Also close: Secret Meadow (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Terrapin Green questions
What undertone does Terrapin Green have?
Terrapin Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Terrapin Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Terrapin Green a light or dark color?
Terrapin Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 24.8 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 25, Terrapin 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 Terrapin Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Succulent SW 9650 (closest available, ΔE 12.0); Farrow & Ball: Olive No.13 (closest available, ΔE 7.8); Behr: Ecological S380-6 (closest available, ΔE 8.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Terrapin Green?
Try Paper Mache (AF-25) on trim and Super White (OC-152) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Terrapin Green's undertone.
Where does Terrapin Green work best?
Terrapin Green works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 25, Terrapin 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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