Ref. #384543 · DEA181
Refined Green
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Refined Green Technical Profile
What color is Refined Green? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #384543. Colors similar to Refined Green include Behr Space Black, PPG Dark As Night, Behr Astronomical. Refined Green has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Refined Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Refined Green pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Refined Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Refined Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Refined Green
#384543
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#465D6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Refined Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Refined 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Refined Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Refined Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Refined Green have?
Refined Green by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Refined Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Space Black by Behr (#3A4849), Dark As Night by PPG (#3D4645), Astronomical by Behr (#334142). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Refined Green?
Refined Green has an LRV of 5.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Refined Green's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.