Chive DE5559 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #98BE3C, LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Funky Frog from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98BE3C · DE5559
Chive
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Chive Technical Profile
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Chive in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chive in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsChive
Nearly identical
PPGFunky Frog
Funky Frog
PPG
Nearly identical
Outrageous Lime
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Electric Lime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Parakeet Green
Valspar
Very similar
Fresh Apple
Behr
Very similar
Sour Apple
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lime Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lush Green
Kilz
Very similar
Glass Bottle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Thrive .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Yellow Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chive
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chive
#98BE3C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83B776
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chive
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chive 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Chive.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chive — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chive have?
Chive by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chive in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chive from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chive are Funky Frog by PPG (a near-identical match), Outrageous Lime by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Electric Lime by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chive'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 Chive?
Chive has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chive's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.