Dark Cavern DE5531 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #838254, LRV 21 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Martini Olive from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #838254 · DE5531
Dark Cavern
21%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Cavern Technical Profile
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Dark Cavern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Cavern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDark Cavern
Nearly identical
BehrMartini Olive
Martini Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Chopped Dill
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oregano
PPG
Nearly identical
Ripened Avocado
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Green Jalapeño
Valspar
Nearly identical
Groovy Green
Kilz
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Aged Olive
Vista Paint
Very similar
Taffeta Sheen
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rural Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Cavern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Cavern
#838254
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#869D6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Cavern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Cavern 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 Dark Cavern.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Cavern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Cavern have?
Dark Cavern 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 Dark Cavern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Cavern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Cavern are Martini Olive by Behr (a near-identical match), Chopped Dill by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Oregano by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Cavern'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 Dark Cavern?
Dark Cavern has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Cavern's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.