Ref. #B4A54B · DE5481
Moss Stone
37%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Moss Stone Technical Profile
What color is Moss Stone? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B4A54B. Colors similar to Moss Stone include Behr Desert Moss, Vista Paint Rain Slicker, Benjamin Moore Olive Tree. Moss Stone has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Moss Stone depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Moss Stone reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Moss Stone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moss Stone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moss Stone
#B4A54B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moss Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moss Stone 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 Moss Stone.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moss Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moss Stone have?
Moss Stone by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Moss Stone from other brands?
The closest matches are Desert Moss by Behr (#B9A64B), Rain Slicker by Vista Paint (#B8A745), Olive Tree by Benjamin Moore (#AFA54B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moss Stone?
Moss Stone has an LRV of 37.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moss Stone's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.