Vert De Terre → Benjamin Moore
The closest Benjamin Moore matches for Farrow & Ball Vert De Terre (No.234), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Benjamin Moore Equivalent for Vert De Terre
If you love Farrow & Ball Vert De Terre but need a Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Vert De Terre (No.234) is a medium green with soft french green undertones. A soft, sophisticated green named for the French 'green of the earth.' Lighter and more refined than Mizzle, with the subtle, chalky quality that defines F&B's palette. To find a good Benjamin Moore match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 58) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Vert De Terre and every Benjamin Moore 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 Benjamin Moore option is Sea Foam (2123-60) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Sea Foam is close. Both are light, soft greens. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Benjamin Moore Matches for Vert De Terre
Sea Foam is close. Both are light, soft greens.
| Vert De Terre | Sea Foam | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 58 | 64.28 |
| Hex | #C8D2C6 | #C9D7CE |
| Undertone | Soft French Green | Soft Sea Green |
| Family | Green | Green |
Undertone Comparison
Vert De Terre has soft french green undertones. A soft, sophisticated green named for the French 'green of the earth.' Lighter and more refined than Mizzle, with the subtle, chalky quality that defines F&B's palette.
Sea Foam has soft sea green undertones. A soft, minty sea green with gray undertones. Fresh and calming without being bold.
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
Vert De Terre in Your Room
The French green is soft and cultivated. In bright rooms, a delicate sage tint. In dim rooms, a warm gray with green whispers. Understated elegance.
Sea Foam in Your Room
The green is soft and fresh. In cool rooms, slightly blue-green. In warm rooms, more purely green.
LRV and Brightness
Vert De Terre has an LRV of 58, while Sea Foam has an LRV of 64.28. That means Sea Foam reflects more light. If you switch from Vert De Terre to Sea Foam, the room should feel slightly brighter and more open.
Best Rooms for Vert De Terre
Farrow & Ball recommends Vert De Terre for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, nursery, kitchen. With an LRV of 58, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Sea Foam is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, kitchen, sunroom. 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Benjamin Moore match for Vert De Terre (No.234) is Sea Foam (2123-60) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Sea Foam is close. Both are light, soft greens. 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. Vert De Terre is a Farrow & Ball color with soft french green undertones and an LRV of 58. Sea Foam is a Benjamin Moore color with soft sea green undertones and an LRV of 64.28. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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 Benjamin Moore equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Benjamin Moore. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Benjamin Moore 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.