Yankee Doodle DET578 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4D5A6B, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stiffkey Blue from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D5A6B · DET578
Yankee Doodle
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yankee Doodle Technical Profile
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Yankee Doodle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yankee Doodle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsYankee Doodle
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallStiffkey Blue
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Harbour (marquee)
Behr
Nearly identical
Midnight Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Newburyport Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
America'S Cup Navy
PPG
Nearly identical
Seal Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Bliss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yankee Doodle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yankee Doodle
#4D5A6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#615E8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yankee Doodle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yankee Doodle 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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Yankee Doodle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yankee Doodle have?
Yankee Doodle by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Yankee Doodle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yankee Doodle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yankee Doodle are Stiffkey Blue by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Harbour (marquee) by Behr (a near-identical match), Midnight Shadow by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yankee Doodle'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 Yankee Doodle?
Yankee Doodle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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