Go-Go Green is a calming choice — works as both a whole-house neutral when lightened and a dramatic anchor when deepened to navy. At LRV 20 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in low-light north-facing rooms unless you want a deliberately cool, cocooning effect, since blue can read chilly there.
Ref. #008A7D · DET533
Go-Go Green
20%LRV Value
Go-Go Green Technical Profile
What color is Dunn-Edwards Go-Go Green (DET533)? It's a deep cool blue — hex #008A7D, LRV 20. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Go-Go Green is Colorhouse Dream .05 — a near-identical match on the wall, with Hirshfield's Philips Green and Vista Paint Phillips Green also close. With an LRV of 20, Go-Go Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Go-Go Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Go-Go Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Go-Go Green
#008A7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#266997
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Go-Go Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Go-Go Green 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 Go-Go Green.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Go-Go Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Go-Go Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Go-Go Green are Dream .05 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Philips Green by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Phillips Green by Vista Paint (a very close match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Go-Go Green's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Go-Go Green?
Go-Go Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.7, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Go-Go Green depends on the room. Here's how to choose.