Acadian Green 226-6DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #717949, LRV 18 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Spot from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #717949 · 226-6DB
Acadian Green
18%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Acadian Green Technical Profile
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Acadian Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acadian Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAcadian Green
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGarden Spot
Garden Spot
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Verdant Views
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
June Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Oakmoss
PPG
Very similar
Timson Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hot Dog Relish
Behr
Very similar
Tuscany Hillside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Glow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Candied Lime
Valspar
Very similar
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acadian Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acadian Green
#717949
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#729362
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acadian Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acadian Green 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Acadian Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acadian Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acadian Green have?
Acadian Green by Dutch Boy 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 Acadian Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acadian Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acadian Green are Garden Spot by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Verdant Views by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Tara's Drapes by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Acadian Green'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 Acadian Green?
Acadian Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acadian Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.