Fern Gully DE5692 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #398467, LRV 18 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shamrock Green from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #398467 · DE5692
Fern Gully
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fern Gully Technical Profile
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Fern Gully in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fern Gully in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFern Gully
Nearly identical
Vista PaintShamrock Green
Shamrock Green
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grassy Meadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caribbean Green
Behr
Very similar
Pop Of Green
Kilz
Very similar
Willow Lane
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mallard Green
PPG
Very similar
Peridot
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Emerald Enchantment
Valspar
Very similar
Ionian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fern Gully
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fern Gully
#398467
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B8E95
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fern Gully
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fern Gully 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
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Fern Gully — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fern Gully have?
Fern Gully by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fern Gully in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fern Gully from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fern Gully are Shamrock Green by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Grassy Meadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Caribbean Green by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Fern Gully'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 Fern Gully?
Fern Gully has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fern Gully's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.