Medieval Times 530 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #A2A565, LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hidden Acre from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A2A565 · 530
Medieval Times
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Medieval Times Technical Profile
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Medieval Times in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Medieval Times in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMedieval Times
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyHidden Acre
Hidden Acre
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Always Apple
PPG
Nearly identical
Peter Pan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gothic Revival Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dried Chive
Behr
Nearly identical
Peter Pan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Organic Garden
Valspar
Very similar
Glade Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Retro Lime
Kilz
Very similar
Olive Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Medieval Times
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Medieval Times
#A2A565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Medieval Times
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Medieval Times 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
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Medieval Times — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Medieval Times have?
Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Medieval Times in your own space before committing.
What colors match Medieval Times from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Medieval Times are Hidden Acre by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Always Apple by PPG (a near-identical match), Peter Pan by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Medieval Times'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 Medieval Times?
Medieval Times has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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