Hidden Green 222-5DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C4B146, LRV 44 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hep Green from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4B146 · 222-5DB
Hidden Green
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Hidden Green Technical Profile
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Hidden Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hidden Green 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 Green
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHep Green
Hep Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Nearly identical
Pesto
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pirate Gold
PPG
Very similar
Leapfrog
Behr
Very similar
Rain Slicker
Hirshfield's
Very similar
The Open Range
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bright Gold
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Verde
Valspar
Very similar
Chameleon
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hidden Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hidden Green
#C4B146
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3B979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hidden Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hidden 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Hidden Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hidden Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hidden Green have?
Hidden Green 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 Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hidden Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hidden Green are Hep Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lemon Yellow by RAL (a near-identical match), Pesto by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hidden 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 Hidden Green?
Hidden Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.6, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hidden Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.