Seaweed DE5643 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5D7759, LRV 16 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evergreen Trail from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5D7759 · DE5643
Seaweed
16%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Seaweed Technical Profile
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Seaweed in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Seaweed in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSeaweed
Nearly identical
BehrEvergreen Trail
Evergreen Trail
Behr
Nearly identical
Peaceful Forest
Kilz
Very similar
Cilantro
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rosemary
PPG
Very similar
Grasshopper
Vista Paint
Very similar
Snap Peas
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grasshopper
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Raleigh Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Alpine Top
Valspar
Very similar
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Reseda Green
RAL
Very similar
Calke Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Seaweed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seaweed
#5D7759
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#689B7B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seaweed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seaweed 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 Seaweed.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Seaweed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seaweed have?
Seaweed by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Seaweed in your own space before committing.
What colors match Seaweed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seaweed are Evergreen Trail by Behr (a near-identical match), Peaceful Forest by Kilz (a very close match), Cilantro by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Seaweed'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 Seaweed?
Seaweed has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Seaweed's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.