Indolent Green 223-5DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #988E45, LRV 27 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Retro Avocado from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #988E45 · 223-5DB
Indolent Green
27%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Indolent Green Technical Profile
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Indolent Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Indolent 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 BoyIndolent Green
Nearly identical
BehrRetro Avocado
Retro Avocado
Behr
Nearly identical
Jalapeno
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Off The Grid
PPG
Nearly identical
Spring Fancy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tupelo Tree
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Olive Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Martina Olive
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Crushed Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Olive Yellow
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Indolent Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indolent Green
#988E45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EA36D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indolent Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indolent 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 Indolent 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.
Indolent Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indolent Green have?
Indolent 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 Indolent Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Indolent Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indolent Green are Retro Avocado by Behr (a near-identical match), Retro Avocado by Behr (a near-identical match), Jalapeno by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Indolent 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 Indolent Green?
Indolent Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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 Indolent Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.