Gradual Green 232-1DB is a green paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D7EBE2, estimated LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Embellished Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #D7EBE2 · 232-1DB
Gradual Green
79%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gradual Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7EBE2
RGB215, 235, 226
Estimated LRV79.4
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygreen
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Gradual Green
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Embellished Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#D7EBE2
Close digital match
Lakeshore Green
Benjamin Moore
#D9ECE2
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Delicate Mist
Behr
#DAEFE7
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Dillard’s Blue
Vista Paint
#D6E9E2
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Mint Whisper
Valspar
#D3EAE2
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Summer Breeze
PPG
#D3E5DB
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Bay Green
Hirshfield's
#D3EBE0
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Misty Morning
Kilz
#D2E4DC
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Dew Not Disturb
Dunn-Edwards
#CEE3DC
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Water .01
Colorhouse
#CFE9E0
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Colors That Work With Gradual Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gradual Green
#D7EBE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ABAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gradual Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gradual 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
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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gradual Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gradual Green have?
Gradual Green by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Gradual Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gradual Green are Embellished Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Lakeshore Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Taffeta Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gradual 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 Gradual Green?
Gradual Green has a estimated lightness value of 79.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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