Looking for the perfect blue-green paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Green Bay and if it might be right for your home!
Blue-greens, green-blues, teals, aquas, turquoises… whatever you call them, they’re some of the most stunning colors out there. I love how fresh and vibrant they feel, and they always bring so much life to a space.
Some lean more blue, some more green, and some land right in the middle. It’s those little shifts in undertone that make each shade unique.
If you're thinking about adding a pop of color, a deeper blue-green is such a great way to go.
One of my favorites is Sherwin Williams Green Bay. It’s bold but not too bright, rich but not too dark. Let’s take a closer look!
Green Bay, Sherwin Williams, SW 6481
Green Bay is a deep, vibrant blue-green. It's bold and playful, a fun choice for a variety of spaces.
Sherwin Williams featured Green Bay in its 2025 Colormix Forecast, making it one of the top trending colors this year.
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Color Family
Green Bay is in the blue family.
Light Reflectance Value
11
Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100 with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.
With an LRV of 11, Green Bay is a dark paint color. In dimly lit rooms, it will look even deeper and moodier, while bright lighting will bring out its vibrant teal side.
RGB Colors
R: 46 G: 104 B: 100
RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!
Hex Code
#2E6864
Undertones
Green Bay is a blue paint color, but those strong green undertones really make it lean teal. And like all paint colors, it shifts in different lighting.
In south-facing rooms with warm natural light, Green Bay will look like a dark teal or even a green.
In north-facing rooms without much natural light, Green Bay will look even darker, cooler and more blue.
It's very important to swatch colors on your wall to make sure they look good – day and night – in your actual space before committing.
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Best uses
I love deep colors like Green Bay because they instantly add richness and depth. Here are a few ways to use it:
- On walls in a bedroom, living room, or den. For a more modern look, you could even paint the trim the same color.
- As a focal point on a fireplace, built-ins, or an accent wall.
- On interior or exterior doors and shutters for a bold statement.
- On a home’s exterior if you want something dramatic and different.
- On furniture like cabinets, dressers, or a statement piece.
Similar Colors
If you love Green Bay but want to explore other options, here are a few similar shades:
- Sherwin Williams Really Teal – A little more blue but still deep and rich.
- Benjamin Moore Casco Bay – A softer, more muted version of teal.
- Behr Beta Fish – Close to Green Bay but slightly lighter.
- Sherwin Williams Raging Sea – A darker, moodier blue-green.
- Benjamin Moore Newport Green – More green with a hint of teal.
- Behr Caribbean Green – A brighter, tropical teal.
- Sherwin Williams Poseidon – A lighter, softer take on this shade.
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Coordinating Colors
Green Bay pairs well with lighter colors, including greens, blues, grays, whites and taupes.
It also works great with contrasting colors, such as soft pinks and purples.
Blue-green pastels:
- Glimmer
- Opaline
- Window Pane
- Fleeting Green
- Topsail
Neutral mid-toned grays:
- Gossamer Veil
- Agreeable Gray
- Grey Heron
- Vessel
- Useful Gray
Soft muted pinks:
- Orchid
- Rose Embroidery
- Rose Brocade
- Fading Rose
- Rose Colored
Trim Colors
Because Green Bay is a cool paint color, I'd pair it with bright whites for trim:
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
Green Bay color palette
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FAQS
Got questions about Green Bay? Here are some common ones!
What's the difference: SW Green Bay vs BM Green Bay?
Same name, but totally different colors!
Benjamin Moore Green Bay is a bold emerald green with teal undertones, while Sherwin Williams Green Bay is a deep blue with green undertones.
- BM Green Bay leans more green, while SW Green Bay reads more blue or teal.
- BM Green Bay is slightly darker, with an LRV of 9, compared to SW Green Bay’s LRV of 11.
- BM Green Bay is also more saturated, giving it a richer, more intense look.
If you’re deciding between the two, swatching them side by side is the best way to see how they look in your space.
Is Sherwin Williams Green Bay blue or green?
Sherwin Williams Green Bay is technically a blue with green undertones, but it can shift depending on the lighting.
- In bright, south-facing rooms, it can take on a dark teal or deep green appearance.
- In lower-light spaces, it often looks darker and leans more blue.
It’s one of those colors that can change throughout the day, which makes it really dynamic and interesting.
What color trim goes with SW Green Bay?
Since Green Bay is a cool-toned color, it looks best with crisp, bright whites for trim. Some great options include:
- Benjamin Moore Simply White
- Sherwin Williams Extra White
- Behr Ultra Pure White
These will create a clean contrast and help Green Bay pop.
What is a darker version of Sherwin Williams Green Bay?
If you love Green Bay but want to go even darker, check out Sherwin Williams Cape Verde.
It’s the next shade down on the paint strip and has a deep, rich green-blue tone.
If you're unsure how dark to go, try swatching both in your space and checking them at different times of the day. Lighting makes a big difference!
What's the color code for SW Green Bay?
Sherwin Williams Green Bay color code is SW 6481.
Its hex code is #2E6864, which is helpful if you’re trying to match it for any digital project.
What's the difference: SW Green Bay vs BM Newport Green?
Both are blue-green shades, but there are some key differences:
- Newport Green is lighter, with an LRV of 17, compared to Green Bay’s LRV of 11.
- Green Bay is darker and more saturated, while Newport Green is a bit more muted.
- Green Bay is a blue with green undertones, whereas Newport Green is a green with blue undertones.
Both can read as teal, sometimes leaning more green and sometimes more blue, depending on the lighting.
If you’re trying to choose between them, swatching both is the best way to see which one works best in your space.
Before you go...
So, you've found the perfect paint color, but here's the thing - there's another big decision you have to make: picking the right paint sheen. Seriously, the level of glossiness can totally change how your color looks on the walls and how long the paint lasts!
Check out our complete guide to understanding paint sheens.
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Thanks for reading!
Meg Hemmelgarn is a freelance writer and home decor + DIY blogger who loves to talk about paint colors. She and her husband are currently renovating their third fixer upper. You can see their projects on her blog, Green With Decor.
