ColorplanBenjamin Moore Turtle Green (2142-20) is a very dark beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 13. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Oakmoss (SW 6180), Farrow & Ball Bancha (No.298) and Behr Mountain Olive (N350-7A). For trim, try Alabaster (OC-129).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 12.6 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #696449 |
| RGB | 105, 100, 73 |
| HSL | 51°, 18%, 35% |
About Turtle Green
Turtle Green (2142-20) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm yellow undertone. With an LRV of 13, Turtle Green absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Turtle 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 accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Sterling Forest (518), it's darker.
How Turtle Green changes with the light
Turtle Green is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Turtle Green will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Turtle 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 Turtle Green can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Turtle Green will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Turtle Green in real homes
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Turtle 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
Close · ΔE 4.1
Also close: Rookwood Dark Green (ΔE 7.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Turtle Green questions
What undertone does Turtle Green have?
Turtle Green has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Turtle Green's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Turtle Green a light or dark color?
Turtle Green has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 12.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 13, Turtle Green absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Turtle Green in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Oakmoss SW 6180 (close, ΔE 4.1); Farrow & Ball: Bancha No.298 (close, ΔE 4.6); Behr: Mountain Olive N350-7A (close, ΔE 3.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Turtle Green?
Try Alabaster (OC-129) on trim and Distant Gray (OC-68) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Turtle Green's undertone.
Where does Turtle Green work best?
Turtle Green works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 13, Turtle Green absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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