Mid-Century Gem DET535 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #81B39C, LRV 39 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fragrant Herbs from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81B39C · DET535
Mid-Century Gem
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mid-Century Gem Technical Profile
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Mid-Century Gem in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mid-Century Gem in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMid-Century Gem
Nearly identical
KilzFragrant Herbs
Fragrant Herbs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cloud Burst
Behr
Nearly identical
Key Largo
PPG
Very similar
Low Country
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Laurel Village
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eucalyptus
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Buenos Aires
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kelp
Valspar
Very similar
Lark Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mid-Century Gem
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mid-Century Gem
#81B39C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ACAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mid-Century Gem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mid-Century Gem 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
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Mid-Century Gem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mid-Century Gem have?
Mid-Century Gem 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 Mid-Century Gem in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mid-Century Gem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mid-Century Gem are Fragrant Herbs by Kilz (a near-identical match), Arsenic by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Cloud Burst by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mid-Century Gem'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 Mid-Century Gem?
Mid-Century Gem has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.3, 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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Why Mid-Century Gem's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.