Chalky Quince 222-6DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AC9825, 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.
Ref. #AC9825 · 222-6DB
Chalky Quince
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chalky Quince Technical Profile
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Chalky Quince in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chalky Quince in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyChalky Quince
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHigh Strung
High Strung
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Apple Jade
Valspar
Nearly identical
Venetian Gold
Behr
Very similar
Pollination
PPG
Very similar
Rain Boots
Vista Paint
Very similar
Martian
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Curry
RAL
Very similar
Savannah Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chalky Quince
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
Pure 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
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 Chalky Quince.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chalky Quince in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chalky Quince from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chalky Quince are High Strung by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Apple Jade by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chalky Quince's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.