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Green Ground
69%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Ground Technical Profile
What color is Green Ground? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #DBDAB6. Colors similar to Green Ground include PPG Beach Grass, Hirshfield's Forest Found, Vista Paint Forest Found. Green Ground has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Green Ground sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Green Ground reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Green Ground
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Ground
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Ground
#DBDAB6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AAE84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Ground
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Ground 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Green Ground.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Ground — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Ground have?
Green Ground by Farrow & Ball has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Green Ground from other brands?
The closest matches are Beach Grass by PPG (#DCDDB8), Forest Found by Hirshfield's (#E1DFBB), Forest Found by Vista Paint (#E0DFB8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Ground?
Green Ground has an LRV of 68.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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