Shimmering Green LF170-01 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E3DEA5, estimated LRV 71 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Breath of Spring from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #E3DEA5 · LF170-01
Shimmering Green
71%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shimmering Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#E3DEA5
RGB227, 222, 165
Estimated LRV71.3
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
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Shimmering Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shimmering Green
#E3DEA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EB979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shimmering Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shimmering Green 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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Shimmering Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shimmering Green have?
Shimmering Green by Kilz 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 Shimmering Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shimmering Green are Breath of Spring by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Candle Glow by PPG (a close digital match), Meadow Marsh by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shimmering Green'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 Shimmering Green?
Shimmering Green has a estimated lightness value of 71.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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