Ref. #7B7F56 · DEA173
Frond
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Frond Technical Profile
What color is Frond? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #7B7F56. Colors similar to Frond include Behr Lagoon Moss, Benjamin Moore Oak Grove, Behr Sorrel Leaf. Frond has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Frond creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Frond pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Frond
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frond
#7B7F56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F9D6B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frond 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 Frond.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frond have?
Frond by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Frond from other brands?
The closest matches are Lagoon Moss by Behr (#7C7E57), Oak Grove by Benjamin Moore (#787F56), Sorrel Leaf by Behr (#7A8156). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Frond?
Frond has an LRV of 20.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Frond's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.