Fresh Thyme DE5654 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AEBDA8, LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cedar Grove from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEBDA8 · DE5654
Fresh Thyme
48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fresh Thyme Technical Profile
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Fresh Thyme in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fresh Thyme in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFresh Thyme
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCedar Grove
Cedar Grove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Green Trellis
Valspar
Nearly identical
Balanced
Behr
Nearly identical
Whirlybird
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
When Twilight Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Frond Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Statue Green
Kilz
Very similar
Country Faire
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Easy Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Arbor Vitae
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Thyme
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Thyme
#AEBDA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Thyme
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Thyme 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 Fresh Thyme.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Thyme — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Thyme have?
Fresh Thyme by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fresh Thyme in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fresh Thyme from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Thyme are Cedar Grove by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Green Trellis by Valspar (a near-identical match), Balanced by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fresh Thyme'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 Fresh Thyme?
Fresh Thyme has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Thyme's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.