Mulligan 228-6DB is a green paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #406F46, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vegas Green from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #406F46 · 228-6DB
Mulligan
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mulligan Technical Profile
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Mulligan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mulligan in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyMulligan
Nearly identical
ValsparVegas Green
Vegas Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispering Pine
Behr
Nearly identical
Spring Juniper
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cat's Eye
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hill and Vale
Vista Paint
Very similar
Clover Leaf
PPG
Very similar
Cilantro
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Jungle Adventure
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Reseda Green
RAL
Visible difference
Pickle Juice
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mulligan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mulligan
#406F46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5A8877
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mulligan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mulligan 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 Mulligan.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mulligan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mulligan have?
Mulligan by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mulligan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mulligan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mulligan are Vegas Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Whispering Pine by Behr (a near-identical match), Terrarium by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mulligan'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 Mulligan?
Mulligan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mulligan's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.