Peppermint Green 231-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #10605B, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Empress Teal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #10605B · 231-7DB
Peppermint Green
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Peppermint Green Technical Profile
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Peppermint Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peppermint 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 BoyPeppermint Green
Nearly identical
PPGEmpress Teal
Empress Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Enchanted Evergreen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Marine Aqua
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tropical Skies
Behr
Very similar
Northern Hemisphere
Valspar
Very similar
Opal Green
RAL
Very similar
Arizona Stone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Evergreen Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cape Verde
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Argyll
Kilz
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peppermint Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peppermint Green
#10605B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2F5674
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peppermint Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peppermint 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 Peppermint Green.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peppermint Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peppermint Green have?
Peppermint Green by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Peppermint Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peppermint Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peppermint Green are Empress Teal by PPG (a near-identical match), Enchanted Evergreen by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Marine Aqua by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Peppermint 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 Peppermint Green?
Peppermint Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.2, 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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