Shaded Fern 327-4DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #929D84, LRV 32 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whispering Willow from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #929D84 · 327-4DB
Shaded Fern
32%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shaded Fern Technical Profile
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Shaded Fern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaded Fern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShaded Fern
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sWhispering Willow
Whispering Willow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kennebunkport Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tender Forest Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Leafy Rise
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispering Willow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fresh Sod
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gray Squirrel
Behr
Very similar
Weeping Willow
Kilz
Very similar
Leaflet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Breakfast Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaded Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaded Fern
#929D84
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaded Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaded Fern 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 Shaded Fern.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaded Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaded Fern have?
Shaded Fern by Dutch Boy has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shaded Fern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaded Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaded Fern are Whispering Willow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Kennebunkport Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tender Forest Sage by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Shaded Fern'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 Shaded Fern?
Shaded Fern has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shaded Fern's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.