Tiny Tadpole 221-5DB is a brown paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B1975F, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Edgy Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #B1975F · 221-5DB
Tiny Tadpole
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tiny Tadpole Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1975F
RGB177, 151, 95
Estimated LRV32.3
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 Familybrown
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Edgy Gold
Sherwin-Williams
#B1975F
Close digital match
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#B29658
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#B29A67
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#AE985D
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Colors That Work With Tiny Tadpole
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tiny Tadpole
#B1975F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AE84
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tiny Tadpole
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tiny Tadpole 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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Tiny Tadpole — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tiny Tadpole have?
Tiny Tadpole by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Tiny Tadpole from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tiny Tadpole are Edgy Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Acorn Squash by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Barefoot Beach by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tiny Tadpole'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 Tiny Tadpole?
Tiny Tadpole has a estimated lightness value of 32.3, 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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