Hidden Acre 226-4DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A0A564, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #A0A564 · 226-4DB
Hidden Acre
35%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Hidden Acre Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0A564
RGB160, 165, 100
Estimated LRV35.3
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#A0A667
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#A2A565
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#A1A867
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#A5A966
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#9EA164
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Peter Pan
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#A4A963
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#A4A571
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Colors That Work With Hidden Acre
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hidden Acre from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hidden Acre are Always Apple by PPG (a close digital match), Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Spanish Olive by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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