Malachite Green DEFD37 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #006B59, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Manor Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #006B59 · DEFD37
Malachite Green
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Malachite Green Technical Profile
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Malachite Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Malachite Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMalachite Green
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreManor Green
Manor Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Emerald Accent
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Poseidon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Realm
Behr
Very similar
Peacock Green
PPG
Very similar
Arizona Stone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nordic Forest
Valspar
Very similar
Simply Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Patina Green
RAL
Very similar
Argyll
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Malachite Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Malachite Green
#006B59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#205F7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Malachite Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Malachite 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 Malachite Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Malachite Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Malachite Green have?
Malachite Green by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Malachite Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Malachite Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Malachite Green are Manor Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Emerald Accent by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Poseidon by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Malachite Green'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 Malachite Green?
Malachite Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.2, 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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Why Malachite Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.