Ref. #E1E563 · MP820
Playground Green
73%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Playground Green Technical Profile
What color is Playground Green? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E1E563. Colors similar to Playground Green include Benjamin Moore Limelight, Dunn-Edwards Ripe Pear, Benjamin Moore Chamomile. Playground Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Playground Green 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 Playground Green 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 Playground Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Playground Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Playground Green
#E1E563
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96C56D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Playground Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Playground 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Playground 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.
Playground Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Playground Green have?
Playground Green by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Playground Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Limelight by Benjamin Moore (#E2E566), Ripe Pear by Dunn-Edwards (#E1E36E), Chamomile by Benjamin Moore (#D4DA5E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Playground Green?
Playground Green has an LRV of 72.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Playground Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.