Ref. #D2C478 · DE5486
Tropical Moss
55%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tropical Moss Technical Profile
What color is Tropical Moss? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #D2C478. Colors similar to Tropical Moss include Vista Paint Avalon, PPG Serene Scene, Valspar Crushed Cumin. Tropical Moss has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Tropical Moss 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 Tropical Moss 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 Tropical Moss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Moss
#D2C478
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical Moss 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 Moss.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tropical Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Moss have?
Tropical Moss by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Tropical Moss from other brands?
The closest matches are Avalon by Vista Paint (#D2C680), Serene Scene by PPG (#D2C880), Crushed Cumin by Valspar (#D8C478). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tropical Moss?
Tropical Moss has an LRV of 54.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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