Chartreuse Frost MQ3-17 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E3DAC5, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Instant Classic from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E3DAC5 · MQ3-17
Chartreuse Frost
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chartreuse Frost Technical Profile
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Chartreuse Frost in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chartreuse Frost in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChartreuse Frost
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsInstant Classic
Instant Classic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jewett White
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Almond Paste
PPG
Nearly identical
Unforgettable
Valspar
Nearly identical
White Elephant
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Warm Winter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Paraffin Wax
Kilz
Nearly identical
Creamy White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lime White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Golden Weave
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Air .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chartreuse Frost
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chartreuse Frost
#E3DAC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chartreuse Frost
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chartreuse Frost Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Chartreuse Frost.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chartreuse Frost — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chartreuse Frost have?
Chartreuse Frost by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chartreuse Frost in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chartreuse Frost from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chartreuse Frost are Instant Classic by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Jewett White by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Almond Paste by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chartreuse Frost's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Chartreuse Frost?
Chartreuse Frost has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chartreuse Frost's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.