Jalapeno DE5489 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9A8D3F, LRV 26 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Indolent Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A8D3F · DE5489
Jalapeno
26%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Jalapeno Technical Profile
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Jalapeno in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Jalapeno in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsJalapeno
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyIndolent Green
Indolent Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Banana Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Off The Grid
PPG
Nearly identical
Willow Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ornamental Grass
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tupelo Tree
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Crushed Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Olive Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Jalapeno
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jalapeno
#9A8D3F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FA468
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jalapeno
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jalapeno 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 Jalapeno.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Jalapeno — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jalapeno have?
Jalapeno by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Jalapeno in your own space before committing.
What colors match Jalapeno from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jalapeno are Indolent Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Banana Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Of Spring by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Jalapeno'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 Jalapeno?
Jalapeno has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.3, 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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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 Jalapeno's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.