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Benjamin Moore True Green
2042-10 · #016148 · LRV 9
Compare with other brands: PPG Peacock Green is a 93% matchTrue Green (2042-10) is a deep green from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is PPG Peacock Green (93% match).
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LRV
9 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
2042-10
HEX
#016148
RGB
1, 97, 72
HSL
164°, 98%, 19%
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True Green FAQ
What is the LRV of True Green?
True Green has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.
What is the closest match to True Green in other brands?
PPG: Peacock Green (PPG1140-7), 93%; Glidden: Peacock Green (PPG1140-7), 92%; Valspar: Green Suede (5009-6), 91%; Behr: Sparkling Emerald (P430-7), 90%; Sherwin-Williams: Starboard (SW 6755), 90%; Dunn-Edwards: Billiard Table (DEA178), 88%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Greens (HGSW6748), 85%; Farrow & Ball: Beverly (No. 310), 55%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of True Green?
The HEX code of True Green (2042-10) is #016148, RGB 1, 97, 72. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.