Ref. #C3C175 · DE5521
Grass Root
51%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Grass Root Technical Profile
What color is Grass Root? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #C3C175. Colors similar to Grass Root include Sherwin-Williams Mélange Green, Kilz Wasabi Wash, Behr Fresh Sprout. Grass Root has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Grass Root sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Grass Root reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Grass Root
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grass Root
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grass Root
#C3C175
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grass Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grass Root 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 Grass Root.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grass Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grass Root have?
Grass Root by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Grass Root from other brands?
The closest matches are Mélange Green by Sherwin-Williams (#C4C476), Wasabi Wash by Kilz (#C6BF74), Fresh Sprout by Behr (#C7C077). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grass Root?
Grass Root has an LRV of 51.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grass Root's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.