Georgian Green → Behr
The closest Behr matches for Benjamin Moore Georgian Green (HC-115), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Behr Equivalent for Georgian Green
If you love Benjamin Moore Georgian Green but need a Behr alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Behr, your local store does not carry Benjamin Moore, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Georgian Green (HC-115) is a medium green with historic sage undertones. A soft sage green from the Historical Collection. Between Saybrook Sage and Sandy Hook Gray. The green of Georgian-era interiors. To find a good Behr match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 42.44) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Georgian Green and every Behr color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Behr option is Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Jade Dragon is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Behr Matches for Georgian Green
Jade Dragon is similar.
| Georgian Green | Jade Dragon | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 42.44 | 40 |
| Hex | #B8BEB0 | #B7BFB2 |
| Undertone | Historic Sage | Soft Jade Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Georgian Green has historic sage undertones. A soft sage green from the Historical Collection. Between Saybrook Sage and Sandy Hook Gray. The green of Georgian-era interiors.
Jade Dragon has soft jade green undertones. A soft jade green with gray undertones. More green than Creek Bend, lighter than In The Moment. Named for the mythical creature, it carries both strength and serenity.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Georgian Green in Your Room
The sage is soft and historic. In bright rooms, a gentle green. In dim rooms, a warm gray-green.
Jade Dragon in Your Room
The jade quality is soft and natural. In bright rooms, the green is pleasant and fresh. In dim rooms, it settles into a warm gray-green. Calming and versatile.
LRV and Brightness
Georgian Green has an LRV of 42.44, while Jade Dragon has an LRV of 40. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Georgian Green
Benjamin Moore recommends Georgian Green for: living room, bedroom, kitchen, dining room, hallway. With an LRV of 42.44, this is a medium color that is in the medium range, adding real depth and presence to a room. It works best in rooms with good natural light or as an accent wall color. In smaller or darker rooms, pair it with bright white trim to keep the space from feeling closed in.
Jade Dragon is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, nursery, living room. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Georgian Green in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Behr match for Georgian Green (HC-115) is Jade Dragon (PPU11-10) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Jade Dragon is similar. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Georgian Green is a Benjamin Moore color with historic sage undertones and an LRV of 42.44. Jade Dragon is a Behr color with soft jade green undertones and an LRV of 40. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Behr equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Behr. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Behr work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.