Prehistoric (V100-6) is a deep green from Valspar with a moderate blue undertone. Its LRV is about 9.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Mediterranean Teal (97% match).

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LRV

9.2 · Very dark

Undertone

Blue · moderate

Temperature

Cool

Code

V100-6

HEX

#495954

RGB

73, 89, 84

HSL

161°, 10%, 32%

Family

Greens

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Prehistoric FAQ

What undertone does Prehistoric have?

Prehistoric is a deep green with a moderate blue undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Prehistoric?

Prehistoric has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.2 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 Prehistoric in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Mediterranean Teal (2123-10), 97%; Behr: Secluded Woods (S420-7), 96%; Dunn-Edwards: Black Spruce (DE6308), 96%; PPG: Dark Green Velvet (PPG1136-7), 95%; Glidden: Antique Slate (PPG13-29), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Billiard Green (SW 0016), 92%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Still Water (HGSW6223), 91%; Farrow & Ball: Studio Green (No. 93), 88%. 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 Prehistoric?

The HEX code of Prehistoric (V100-6) is #495954, RGB 73, 89, 84. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.