Crocodile Smile DE5565 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #898E58, LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glade Green from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #898E58 · DE5565
Crocodile Smile
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crocodile Smile Technical Profile
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Crocodile Smile in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crocodile Smile in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCrocodile Smile
Nearly identical
PPGGlade Green
Glade Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Ivy Pasture
Valspar
Nearly identical
Leapfrog
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Terrapin Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Point Verde
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dill Delight
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grapeyard Ridge
Kilz
Very similar
Green Cast
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Snap Pea Green
Behr
Very similar
Yellow Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crocodile Smile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crocodile Smile
#898E58
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88A376
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crocodile Smile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crocodile Smile 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 Crocodile Smile.
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Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crocodile Smile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crocodile Smile have?
Crocodile Smile by Dunn-Edwards 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 Crocodile Smile in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crocodile Smile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crocodile Smile are Glade Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Ivy Pasture by Valspar (a near-identical match), Leapfrog by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Crocodile Smile'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 Crocodile Smile?
Crocodile Smile has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.4, 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 Crocodile Smile's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.