Ref. #009D7D · DE5698
Tropical Kelp
26%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tropical Kelp Technical Profile
What color is Tropical Kelp? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #009D7D. Colors similar to Tropical Kelp include Benjamin Moore Green Leaf, Benjamin Moore Hummingbird Green, Benjamin Moore Garden View. Tropical Kelp has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Tropical Kelp depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Tropical Kelp
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Kelp
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Kelp
#009D7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2A81A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Kelp
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Kelp 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 Tropical Kelp.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Kelp — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Kelp have?
Tropical Kelp by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Tropical Kelp from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Leaf by Benjamin Moore (#019D7E), Hummingbird Green by Benjamin Moore (#019E7C), Garden View by Benjamin Moore (#019B7C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tropical Kelp?
Tropical Kelp has an LRV of 25.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tropical Kelp's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.