Tropical Kelp DE5698 is a green paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #009D7D, LRV 26 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Leaf from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #009D7D · DE5698
Tropical Kelp
26%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tropical Kelp Technical Profile
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Tropical Kelp in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Kelp in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsTropical Kelp
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGreen Leaf
Green Leaf
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Emerald Acres
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cabana Stripe
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Congo Green
PPG
Very similar
Sea Swell
Valspar
Very similar
Tropical Waters
Behr
Very similar
Jitterbug Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bejewelled
Kilz
Very similar
Tropical Tale
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Traffic Green
RAL
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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
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Tropical Kelp — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Kelp have?
Tropical Kelp by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tropical Kelp in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Kelp from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Kelp are Green Leaf by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hummingbird Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Garden View by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Kelp'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 Tropical Kelp?
Tropical Kelp has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.