Ref. #DBDDA9 · TB-71
Tender Shoots
70%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tender Shoots Technical Profile
What color is Tender Shoots? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #DBDDA9. Colors similar to Tender Shoots include Vista Paint Spring Farm, Behr Sweet Jasmine, Colorhouse Thrive .01. Tender Shoots has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Tender Shoots reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Tender Shoots 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 Tender Shoots
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tender Shoots
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tender Shoots
#DBDDA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tender Shoots
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tender Shoots 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 Tender Shoots.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tender Shoots — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tender Shoots have?
Tender Shoots by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Tender Shoots from other brands?
The closest matches are Spring Farm by Vista Paint (#DCDCAA), Sweet Jasmine by Behr (#DCDCAB), Thrive .01 by Colorhouse (#D8DBAC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tender Shoots?
Tender Shoots has an LRV of 69.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Tender Shoots's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.