Ginkgo Leaf DEFD35 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A5BE98, estimated LRV 47 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rolling Glen from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #A5BE98 · DEFD35
Ginkgo Leaf
47%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ginkgo Leaf Technical Profile
HEX Code#A5BE98
RGB165, 190, 152
Estimated LRV47.1
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Ginkgo Leaf
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginkgo Leaf
#A5BE98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginkgo Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginkgo Leaf 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
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Ginkgo Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginkgo Leaf have?
Ginkgo Leaf by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ginkgo Leaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginkgo Leaf are Rolling Glen by Valspar (a close digital match), Seawashed Glass by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Bay Water by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ginkgo Leaf'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 Ginkgo Leaf?
Ginkgo Leaf has a estimated lightness value of 47.1, 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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