Military Green DE5530 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #969565, LRV 29 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Retro Avocado from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #969565 · DE5530
Military Green
29%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Military Green Technical Profile
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Military Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Military 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-EdwardsMilitary Green
Nearly identical
Vista PaintRetro Avocado
Retro Avocado
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green Cast
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tansy Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
River Bank
Behr
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Very similar
Prairie Brush
Valspar
Very similar
Africa
Kilz
Very similar
Ponderosa Pine
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Leafy Romaine
PPG
Very similar
Dill Delight
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Military Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Military Green
#969565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98AC82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Military Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Military 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Military Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Military Green have?
Military Green by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Military Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Military Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Military Green are Retro Avocado by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Green Cast by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Green Cast by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Military 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 Military Green?
Military Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Military Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.