Ref. #D2C785 · DE5507
Sour Apple
56%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sour Apple Technical Profile
What color is Sour Apple? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D2C785. Colors similar to Sour Apple include Vista Paint Avalon, PPG Serene Scene, Kilz Lime Tart. Sour Apple has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Sour Apple sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Sour Apple 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 Sour Apple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sour Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sour Apple
#D2C785
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1B57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sour Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sour Apple 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 Sour Apple.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sour Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sour Apple have?
Sour Apple by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sour Apple from other brands?
The closest matches are Avalon by Vista Paint (#D2C680), Serene Scene by PPG (#D2C880), Lime Tart by Kilz (#D0C58B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sour Apple?
Sour Apple has an LRV of 56.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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