Palmetto Palm 225-5DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7A8833, estimated LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gecko from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #7A8833 · 225-5DB
Palmetto Palm
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Palmetto Palm Technical Profile
HEX Code#7A8833
RGB122, 136, 51
Estimated LRV22.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Palmetto Palm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palmetto Palm
#7A8833
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C9757
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Palmetto Palm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palmetto Palm 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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Palmetto Palm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palmetto Palm have?
Palmetto Palm by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) 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 Palmetto Palm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palmetto Palm are Gecko by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sea Turtle by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Dark Celery by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Palmetto Palm'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 Palmetto Palm?
Palmetto Palm has a estimated lightness value of 22.0, 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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