Hidden Acre 226-4DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A0A564, LRV 35 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Always Apple from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0A564 · 226-4DB
Hidden Acre
35%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Hidden Acre Technical Profile
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Hidden Acre in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hidden Acre in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyHidden Acre
Nearly identical
PPGAlways Apple
Always Apple
PPG
Nearly identical
Medieval Times
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spanish Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peter Pan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dried Chive
Behr
Nearly identical
Peter Pan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Organic Garden
Valspar
Very similar
Glade Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Retro Lime
Kilz
Very similar
Olive Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hidden Acre
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hidden Acre
#A0A564
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hidden Acre
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hidden Acre 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
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Hidden Acre — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hidden Acre have?
Hidden Acre 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 Hidden Acre in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hidden Acre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hidden Acre are Always Apple by PPG (a near-identical match), Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Spanish Olive by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hidden Acre'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 Hidden Acre?
Hidden Acre has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.3, 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 Hidden Acre's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.