ColorplanTropical Seaweed Green
2030-20 · Benjamin Moore
LRV 31 · mid-tone
0 black100 white
Benjamin Moore Tropical Seaweed Green (2030-20) is a deep green with a green-yellow (khaki) undertone and an LRV of 31. For trim, try Lime Sorbet (2032-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Green |
| LRV | 30.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #48AB2C |
| RGB | 72, 171, 44 |
| HSL | 107°, 59%, 42% |
About Tropical Seaweed Green
Tropical Seaweed Green (2030-20) is a deep, bold green from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 31, Tropical Seaweed 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 Tropical Seaweed 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. Next to Neon Lime (2031-10), it's cooler and more muted.
How Tropical Seaweed Green changes with the light
Tropical Seaweed 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
Tropical Seaweed Green's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Tropical Seaweed 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 Tropical Seaweed Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Tropical Seaweed Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Tropical Seaweed Green in real homes
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Tropical Seaweed 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 18.9
Also close: Privilege Green (ΔE 22.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 15.7
Also close: Folly Green (ΔE 17.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 18.5
Also close: Clary Sage (ΔE 19.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Tropical Seaweed Green questions
What undertone does Tropical Seaweed Green have?
Tropical Seaweed Green has a green-yellow (khaki) undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Tropical Seaweed Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Tropical Seaweed Green a light or dark color?
Tropical Seaweed Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 30.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 31, Tropical Seaweed 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 Tropical Seaweed Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Succulent SW 9650 (closest available, ΔE 18.9); Farrow & Ball: Yeabridge Green No.287 (closest available, ΔE 15.7); Behr: Laurel Tree S390-5 (closest available, ΔE 18.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Tropical Seaweed Green?
Try Lime Sorbet (2032-70) on trim and Snow Angel (841) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Tropical Seaweed Green's undertone.
Where does Tropical Seaweed Green work best?
Tropical Seaweed Green works well in bedrooms, offices, kitchen islands and cabinets and accent walls. With an LRV of 31, Tropical Seaweed 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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