Ref. #B9BE82 · DE5542
Early Harvest
49%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Early Harvest Technical Profile
What color is Early Harvest? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B9BE82. Colors similar to Early Harvest include Kilz Burnished Green, Vista Paint Misty Valley, Hirshfield's Misty Valley. Early Harvest has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Early Harvest 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 Early Harvest 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 Early Harvest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Early Harvest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Early Harvest
#B9BE82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Early Harvest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Early Harvest 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 Early Harvest.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Early Harvest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Early Harvest have?
Early Harvest by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Early Harvest from other brands?
The closest matches are Burnished Green by Kilz (#BCBE84), Misty Valley by Vista Paint (#BCC287), Misty Valley by Hirshfield's (#BDC389). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Early Harvest?
Early Harvest has an LRV of 48.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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