Twine DE5501 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B7A86D, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Cactus Flower from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7A86D · DE5501
Twine
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Twine Technical Profile
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Twine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Twine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsTwine
Nearly identical
PPGGolden Cactus Flower
Golden Cactus Flower
PPG
Nearly identical
Sassy Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Swampwater
Valspar
Nearly identical
Goldie Oldie
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Goldie Oldie
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Natchez Moss
Behr
Nearly identical
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Princeton Gold
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Zucchini Garden
Kilz
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Twine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Twine
#B7A86D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Twine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Twine 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 Twine.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Twine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Twine have?
Twine by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Twine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Twine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Twine are Golden Cactus Flower by PPG (a near-identical match), Sassy Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Swampwater by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Twine'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 Twine?
Twine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.2, 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 Twine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.