Hidden Acre

Hidden Acre Technical Profile

What color is Dutch Boy Hidden Acre (226-4DB)? It's a medium cool yellow — hex #A0A564, LRV 35. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Hidden Acre is PPG Always Apple — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Medieval Times and Dunn-Edwards Spanish Olive also close. Its LRV of 35 gives Hidden Acre depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Under 2700K warm bulbs Hidden Acre reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.