Kale DE5585 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #90A96E, LRV 35 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kiwi from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #90A96E · DE5585
Kale
35%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kale Technical Profile
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Kale in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kale in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsKale
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreKiwi
Kiwi
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Luscious Lime
PPG
Nearly identical
Green Plaza
Behr
Very similar
Perennial Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Perennial Garden
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mardi Gras Green
Valspar
Very similar
Pickle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pale Green
RAL
Very similar
Vitality
Kilz
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Urban Zen
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kale
#90A96E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kale 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 Kale.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kale have?
Kale by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kale in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kale are Kiwi by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Luscious Lime by PPG (a near-identical match), Green Plaza by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kale'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 Kale?
Kale has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.4, 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 Kale's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.