Ref. #E1E36E · DE5515
Ripe Pear
72%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ripe Pear Technical Profile
What color is Ripe Pear? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E1E36E. Colors similar to Ripe Pear include Benjamin Moore Limelight, MPC Playground Green, MPC Lemon Pudding. Ripe Pear has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Ripe 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 Ripe 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 Ripe Pear
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ripe Pear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Pear
#E1E36E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98C270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Pear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe 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 Ripe 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.
Ripe Pear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Pear have?
Ripe Pear by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ripe Pear from other brands?
The closest matches are Limelight by Benjamin Moore (#E2E566), Playground Green by MPC (#E1E563), Lemon Pudding by MPC (#EAEB6C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ripe Pear?
Ripe Pear has an LRV of 72.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ripe Pear's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.