Crocodile Smile DE5565 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #898E58, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #898E58 · DE5565
Crocodile Smile
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crocodile Smile Technical Profile
HEX Code#898E58
RGB137, 142, 88
Estimated LRV25.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Crocodile Smile
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Crocodile Smile from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crocodile Smile are Glade Green by PPG (a close digital match), Ivy Pasture by Valspar (a close digital match), Leapfrog by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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