Ref. #8E824A · DE5503
Shaded Glen
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Shaded Glen Technical Profile
What color is Shaded Glen? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #8E824A. Colors similar to Shaded Glen include PPG Gobbledygook, Sherwin-Williams Rural Green, Kilz Olivery. Shaded Glen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Shaded Glen creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Shaded Glen 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 Shaded Glen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaded Glen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaded Glen
#8E824A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E9E6D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaded Glen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaded Glen 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 Shaded Glen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaded Glen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaded Glen have?
Shaded Glen by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Shaded Glen from other brands?
The closest matches are Gobbledygook by PPG (#8E824E), Rural Green by Sherwin-Williams (#8D844D), Olivery by Kilz (#8C7F44). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Shaded Glen?
Shaded Glen has an LRV of 22.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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