Ref. #3D554F · HDC-CL-21A
Dark Everglade
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Everglade Technical Profile
What color is Dark Everglade? It's a dark cool neutral with the hex code #3D554F. Colors similar to Dark Everglade include MPC Aran Islands Green, MPC Horta Green, Valspar Peacock House. Dark Everglade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Dark Everglade creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Dark Everglade pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Dark Everglade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Everglade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Everglade
#3D554F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4F6C76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Everglade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Everglade 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 Dark Everglade.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Everglade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Everglade have?
Dark Everglade by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Dark Everglade from other brands?
The closest matches are Aran Islands Green by MPC (#3E5752), Horta Green by MPC (#3C524C), Peacock House by Valspar (#405550). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Everglade?
Dark Everglade has an LRV of 8.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Everglade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.