Mulligan 228-6DB is a green paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #406F46, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #406F46 · 228-6DB
Mulligan
13%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mulligan Technical Profile
HEX Code#406F46
RGB64, 111, 70
Estimated LRV12.9
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vegas Green
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#407148
Close digital match
Whispering Pine
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#4A7149
Close digital match
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#4A754A
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Cat's Eye
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#307047
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#3A7550
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#53734C
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#537150
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#486649
Visible digital difference
Reseda Green
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#587246
Visible digital difference
Pickle Juice
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Colors That Work With Mulligan
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mulligan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mulligan are Vegas Green by Valspar (a close digital match), Whispering Pine by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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