Tender Shoots TB-71 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #DBDDA9, estimated LRV 70 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Farm from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #DBDDA9 · TB-71
Tender Shoots
70%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Tender Shoots Technical Profile
HEX Code#DBDDA9
RGB219, 221, 169
Estimated LRV69.6
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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#D8DBAC
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Colors That Work With Tender Shoots
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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
Digital 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
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Tender Shoots — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tender Shoots have?
Tender Shoots 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 Tender Shoots from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tender Shoots are Spring Farm by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sweet Jasmine by Behr (a close digital match), Thrive .01 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tender Shoots'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 Tender Shoots?
Tender Shoots has a estimated lightness value of 69.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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