Ref. #E9E8BB · DE5519
Perfect Pear
79%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Perfect Pear Technical Profile
What color is Perfect Pear? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E9E8BB. Colors similar to Perfect Pear include Valspar Lime Kiss, Benjamin Moore Green Earth, Benjamin Moore Rainforest Dew. Perfect Pear has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Perfect Pear reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Perfect Pear 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 Perfect Pear
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Perfect Pear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perfect Pear
#E9E8BB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AB87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perfect Pear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perfect Pear 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 Perfect Pear.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Perfect Pear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perfect Pear have?
Perfect Pear by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Perfect Pear from other brands?
The closest matches are Lime Kiss by Valspar (#EFECC0), Green Earth by Benjamin Moore (#E8E6BE), Rainforest Dew by Benjamin Moore (#E8E6BE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Perfect Pear?
Perfect Pear has an LRV of 78.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Perfect Pear's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.