Biome 123-6DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C6B836, LRV 47 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Humorous Green from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6B836 · 123-6DB
Biome
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Biome Technical Profile
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Biome in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Biome in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBiome
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHumorous Green
Humorous Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Leapfrog
Behr
Nearly identical
Pesto
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bright Gold
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Miss Marigold
Vista Paint
Very similar
Can't Miss Lime
Valspar
Very similar
Gone Giddy
PPG
Very similar
Green Gone Wild
Kilz
Visible difference
Yellow Umbrella
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Biome
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Biome
#C6B836
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EBB74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Biome
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Biome 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 Biome.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Biome — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Biome have?
Biome 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 Biome in your own space before committing.
What colors match Biome from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Biome are Humorous Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Leapfrog by Behr (a near-identical match), Pesto by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Biome'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 Biome?
Biome has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.6, 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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Related Reading
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 Biome's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.