Viridian 231-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #3F817C, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Atmosphere from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #3F817C · 231-6DB
Viridian
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Viridian Technical Profile
HEX Code#3F817C
RGB63, 129, 124
Estimated LRV18.2
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyblue
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 →
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#3C8381
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Colors That Work With Viridian
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Viridian
#3F817C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#607D93
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Viridian
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Viridian 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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Viridian — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Viridian have?
Viridian 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 Viridian from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Viridian are Atmosphere by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Tropical Teal by Vista Paint (a very close match), Atmosphere by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Viridian'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 Viridian?
Viridian has a estimated lightness value of 18.2, 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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