Shimmering Green LF170-01 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E3DEA5, 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.
Ref. #E3DEA5 · LF170-01
Shimmering Green
71%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shimmering Green Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Shimmering Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shimmering Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzShimmering Green
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBreath of Spring
Breath of Spring
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Candle Glow
PPG
Nearly identical
Meadow Marsh
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Rainforest Dew
Behr
Nearly identical
Spring Revival
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Lime Sherbet
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Springtime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lemon Appeal
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Leaf Bud
Valspar
Very similar
Thrive .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shimmering Green
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Shimmering Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shimmering Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shimmering Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shimmering Green are Breath of Spring by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Candle Glow by PPG (a near-identical match), Meadow Marsh by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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.
Explore More with Shimmering Green
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shimmering Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.