Tropical Moss DE5486 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D2C478, LRV 55 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Avalon from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2C478 · DE5486
Tropical Moss
55%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tropical Moss Technical Profile
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Tropical Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Moss 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 Moss
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAvalon
Avalon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Serene Scene
PPG
Nearly identical
Crushed Cumin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spring Dust
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fresh Sprout
Behr
Very similar
Wasabi Wash
Kilz
Very similar
Yellow Umbrella
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beeswax .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chartreuse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Praying Mantis
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
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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
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tropical Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Moss are Avalon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Serene Scene by PPG (a near-identical match), Crushed Cumin by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical Moss'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 Moss?
Tropical Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Tropical Moss's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.