Knotty Green 121-4DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #EFD989, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Laguna Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #EFD989 · 121-4DB
Knotty Green
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Knotty Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFD989
RGB239, 217, 137
Estimated LRV69.8
UndertoneNeutral
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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Colors That Work With Knotty Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Knotty Green
#EFD989
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADC86A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Knotty Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Knotty 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
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Knotty Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Knotty Green have?
Knotty Green by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Knotty Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Knotty Green are Laguna Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Island Sun by Valspar (a close digital match), Gatsby Glitter by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Knotty 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 Knotty Green?
Knotty Green has a estimated lightness value of 69.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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