Chalky Quince 222-6DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AC9825, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High Strung from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #AC9825 · 222-6DB
Chalky Quince
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Chalky Quince Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC9825
RGB172, 152, 37
Estimated LRV31.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Chalky Quince
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chalky Quince
#AC9825
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90B252
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chalky Quince
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chalky Quince Room Palettes
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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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Chalky Quince — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chalky Quince have?
Chalky Quince by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Chalky Quince from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chalky Quince are High Strung by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Apple Jade by Valspar (a close digital match), Venetian Gold by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chalky Quince'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 Chalky Quince?
Chalky Quince has a estimated lightness value of 31.4, 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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