Peppermint Green 231-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #10605B, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #10605B · 231-7DB
Peppermint Green
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Peppermint Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#10605B
RGB16, 96, 91
Estimated LRV9.2
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 Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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#10605A
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#006059
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#0B5B53
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Colors That Work With Peppermint Green
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Peppermint Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peppermint Green are Empress Teal by PPG (a close digital match), Enchanted Evergreen by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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