Farrow & Ball does not publish LRV; this value is estimated from the color’s hex using standard relative-luminance calculation. The matte estate finish typically reads lower.
Vert de Terre reads as a dusty, muted sage green that sits right at the crossroads of green and khaki. It is not a vivid green by any stretch. Think of dried herbs or lichen on old stone. It has a quiet, lived-in quality that keeps it from ever looking trendy or aggressive.
In person, the color shifts noticeably depending on light. A north-facing room will pull out its cooler, grayer side, making it feel like a true sage. South or west light warms it up considerably, and the golden base becomes much more apparent. It can almost tip toward a muted olive in strong afternoon sun.
On a chip it looks unassuming, maybe even bland. On a full wall it comes alive with subtle complexity. This is a color that rewards commitment. A single accent wall rarely does it justice the way a full room does.
The dominant undertone in Vert de Terre is warm gold. It is classified as a green, but it leans heavily toward yellow-green rather than blue-green, which is what keeps it from ever feeling cold or clinical. That golden base acts like a built-in warming system.
In cool or flat lighting, a secondary gray-green undertone emerges, and the color can read as a more neutral sage. This is why it sometimes appears greener to some people and more khaki to others. Both readings are accurate, just dependent on the light in your specific room.
The warmth also means it plays well next to natural materials like linen, jute, rattan, and raw wood. It picks up those organic tones rather than fighting them. If you pair it with very cool blue-whites, the yellow undertone will become more obvious, so keep that in mind when choosing your trim.
Vert de Terre works beautifully in spaces where you want color without drama. It is a strong choice for living rooms, bedrooms, and dining rooms where you want warmth and calm without resorting to beige. As a whole-house neutral it holds up surprisingly well, shifting character from room to room as the light changes.
It is especially effective in rooms with good natural light, where its complexity can fully emerge. Hallways and entryways benefit from it too, since it reads as welcoming without being dark. In a small bathroom it can feel earthy and enveloping, almost spa-like.
Avoid using it in rooms that are already very warm toned with lots of amber wood, orange upholstery, or brass everywhere. In those settings the golden undertone gets amplified and the green recedes, leaving you with something closer to khaki than the gentle sage you were after.
Wrap all four walls in Vert de Terre for a grounded, restful living room. Pair with Slipper Satin on the trim and introduce texture through linen cushions and a natural wool rug. The golden undertone keeps the room feeling warm on gray days.
This color is a natural fit for bedrooms. It is calming without being sleepy, and the warm sage tone works with white bedding, pale wood furniture, and soft brass fixtures. Use Lime White on the ceiling to keep things light and tonal.
In a dining room, Vert de Terre creates a mood that works for both casual weeknight dinners and longer gatherings. Evening candlelight pulls out the golden side of the color, which flatters skin tones and makes the room feel intimate.
If you want to test it before committing, an accent wall behind a sofa or headboard works. Just know that Vert de Terre shows its full character better across multiple surfaces. Keep the remaining walls in Pointing or Lime White for a clean transition.
Vert de Terre is easy to pair because its muted, earthy character gets along with a wide tonal range. For trim and ceilings, Pointing (No. 2003) is the natural partner. It is a warm white with just enough yellow to feel cohesive without blending into the wall color. For a softer, more enveloping scheme, try Slipper Satin (No. 2004) on your woodwork. It is creamier and less contrasty, which suits period rooms and cottages.
Lime White (No. 1) is a useful accent or ceiling color if you want a lighter version of the same warm, green-gold family. It creates a tonal layering effect that makes a room feel considered rather than decorated. For darker accents on a feature piece or lower cabinet, look to deep greens, warm charcoals, or rich navy.
All comparisons are matched against Vert de Terre at LRV 47.9.
A stark, blue-based white on trim or ceilings makes Vert de Terre look muddy and overly yellow by comparison. The contrast is jarring rather than clean.
Strong pink-orange tones compete with the golden-green undertone and create a clash that reads busy and unresolved. Neither color looks its best.
A bold yellow accent pulls out the hidden yellow in Vert de Terre and makes the wall color look washed out or faded. The room loses its calm quality.
Vert de Terre has a warm, golden-yellow undertone beneath its green surface. In cool north-facing light a secondary gray-green undertone becomes more visible, but the dominant character is warm.
It is warm. The golden base keeps it firmly on the warm side of the green spectrum. In very cool lighting it can read as a balanced sage, but it never tips into the blue-green, cool territory.
Warm whites like Pointing (No. 2003) and Slipper Satin (No. 2004) are ideal for trim. Lime White (No. 1) works on ceilings or adjacent walls. For contrast, try deep greens, warm charcoal, or rich navy on accent furniture or cabinetry.
Estate Emulsion is the go-to for walls. Its chalky, flat finish highlights the subtle complexity of the color and reduces glare. For woodwork and trim, use Estate Eggshell for durability with a soft sheen. In kitchens and bathrooms, Modern Emulsion offers a wipeable alternative.
The hex code is #B7BAA4, the RGB values are 183, 186, 164, and the light reflectance value (LRV) is 47.9. That places it in the medium range, meaning it reflects a moderate amount of light without being particularly bright or dark.
It can, but expect it to lean more toward sage gray than warm olive in that light. If you want the golden warmth to come through in a north-facing space, consider going one shade lighter with Eddy (No. 301) or adding warm-toned lighting to compensate.
