Ref. #9B9247 · HDC-FL13-8
Tangy Dill
28%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tangy Dill Technical Profile
What color is Tangy Dill? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #9B9247. Colors similar to Tangy Dill include Vista Paint Spring Fancy, MPC Pepperoncini, Benjamin Moore Olive Moss. Tangy Dill has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Tangy Dill depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Tangy Dill reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Tangy Dill
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tangy Dill
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangy Dill
#9B9247
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90A471
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangy Dill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangy Dill 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 Tangy Dill.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tangy Dill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangy Dill have?
Tangy Dill by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Tangy Dill from other brands?
The closest matches are Spring Fancy by Vista Paint (#959143), Pepperoncini by MPC (#9C8F3E), Olive Moss by Benjamin Moore (#959247). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tangy Dill?
Tangy Dill has an LRV of 28.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tangy Dill's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.