Ref. #898E58 · DE5565
Crocodile Smile
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crocodile Smile Technical Profile
What color is Crocodile Smile? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #898E58. Colors similar to Crocodile Smile include PPG Glade Green, Valspar Ivy Pasture, Sherwin-Williams Leapfrog. Crocodile Smile has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Crocodile Smile 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 Crocodile Smile 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 Crocodile Smile
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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.
More yellow colors from other brands
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 belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Crocodile Smile from other brands?
The closest matches are Glade Green by PPG (#868B53), Ivy Pasture by Valspar (#838C55), Leapfrog by Sherwin-Williams (#88915D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crocodile Smile?
Crocodile Smile has an LRV of 25.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Crocodile Smile's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.