Organic Matter DE5509 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A99E54, LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gremlin from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A99E54 · DE5509
Organic Matter
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Organic Matter Technical Profile
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Organic Matter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Organic Matter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsOrganic Matter
Nearly identical
PPGGremlin
Gremlin
PPG
Nearly identical
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Jalapeo Pepper
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Halls of Ivy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Crushed Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
The Goods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mossy Rock
Behr
Very similar
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Organic Matter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Organic Matter
#A99E54
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Organic Matter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Organic Matter 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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Organic Matter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Organic Matter have?
Organic Matter by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Organic Matter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Organic Matter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Organic Matter are Gremlin by PPG (a near-identical match), Ochre Yellow by RAL (a very close match), Jalapeo Pepper by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Organic Matter'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 Organic Matter?
Organic Matter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Organic Matter's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.