Ripened Avocado 224-6DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #817E4C, estimated LRV 20 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dried Bay Leaf from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #817E4C · 224-6DB
Ripened Avocado
20%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ripened Avocado Technical Profile
HEX Code#817E4C
RGB129, 126, 76
Estimated LRV20.1
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 Ripened Avocado
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripened Avocado
#817E4C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#839967
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripened Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripened Avocado 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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Ripened Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripened Avocado have?
Ripened Avocado 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 Ripened Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ripened Avocado are Dried Bay Leaf by Valspar (a close digital match), Basil Chiffonade by Behr (a close digital match), Dark Cavern by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ripened Avocado'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 Ripened Avocado?
Ripened Avocado has a estimated lightness value of 20.1, 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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