Kemp Kelly DET526 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #437B48, LRV 16 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melbourne from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #437B48 · DET526
Kemp Kelly
16%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kemp Kelly Technical Profile
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Kemp Kelly in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kemp Kelly in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsKemp Kelly
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sMelbourne
Melbourne
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Melbourne
Vista Paint
Very similar
Signal Green
RAL
Very similar
Vine Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Old Vine
Behr
Very similar
Kilkenny
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vegas Green
Valspar
Very similar
Magical Hummingbird
Kilz
Very similar
Mulligan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clover Leaf
PPG
Visible difference
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kemp Kelly
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kemp Kelly
#437B48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60917D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kemp Kelly
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kemp Kelly 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 Kemp Kelly.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kemp Kelly — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kemp Kelly have?
Kemp Kelly 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 Kemp Kelly in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kemp Kelly from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kemp Kelly are Melbourne by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Melbourne by Vista Paint (a very close match), Signal Green by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Kemp Kelly'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 Kemp Kelly?
Kemp Kelly has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.8, 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.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kemp Kelly's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.