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Benjamin Moore Fresh Grass 426

Fresh Grass

Benjamin Moore

426

About Fresh Grass by Benjamin Moore

Fresh Grass 426 by Benjamin Moore is a mid cool shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 48% and hue near 90° for steady results across rooms. Gives balance to offices, kitchens, and entries. Pairs well with crisp whites, charcoal, and light woods.

Brightness: 48.1%

Tone: Cool

HEX: #9ec479

RGB: 158, 196, 121

Hue90°

Saturation39%

Lightness62%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Fresh Grass from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Fresh Grass looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Fresh Grass 426 a warm or cool color?
Fresh Grass by Benjamin Moore is a cool mid tone color. It will usually read cool in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Fresh Grass?
Fresh Grass sits in the green family. Its hue is about 90°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Fresh Grass?
Brightness is about 48%. Saturation is around 39%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 62%. Hue is close to 90°. The hex value is #9ec479. The RGB value is 158, 196, 121.
Is Fresh Grass better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Fresh Grass has brightness around 48%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Fresh Grass?
You can match Fresh Grass with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Fresh Grass work best in a home?
Fresh Grass works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Fresh Grass compare to a pure white paint?
Fresh Grass is softer than a pure untinted white. The cool undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Fresh Grass in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Fresh Grass in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Fresh Grass. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Fresh Grass. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.