Pale Cactus DE5673 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D0F7E4, LRV 86 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunken Pool from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0F7E4 · DE5673
Pale Cactus
86%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pale Cactus Technical Profile
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Pale Cactus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pale Cactus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPale Cactus
Nearly identical
BehrSunken Pool
Sunken Pool
Behr
Nearly identical
Surf Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Subtle Splendor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Delicate Frost
Valspar
Very similar
Sweet Pea
PPG
Very similar
Mediterranean Mist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Minted Ice
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jade Sea
Kilz
Visible difference
Waterfall
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Air .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Cactus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Cactus
#D0F7E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6EC3C4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Cactus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Cactus 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 Pale Cactus.
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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Cactus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Cactus have?
Pale Cactus 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 Pale Cactus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pale Cactus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Cactus are Sunken Pool by Behr (a near-identical match), Melting Moment by Behr (a near-identical match), Dew Pointe by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pale Cactus'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 Pale Cactus?
Pale Cactus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 85.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Cactus's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.