Golden Grass 1119-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9EA26B, LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cocktail Olive from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9EA26B · 1119-6
Golden Grass
34%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Golden Grass Technical Profile
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Golden Grass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Grass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGolden Grass
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCocktail Olive
Cocktail Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Foliage
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dried Chive
Behr
Nearly identical
Glade Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Retro Lime
Kilz
Nearly identical
Fraser Fir
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Emerald Isle
Valspar
Very similar
Aged Avocado
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peter Pan
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Yeabridge Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grey Beige
RAL
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Grass
#9EA26B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Grass 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Golden Grass.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Grass have?
Golden Grass by PPG 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 Golden Grass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Grass are Cocktail Olive by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Foliage by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Dried Chive by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Grass'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 Golden Grass?
Golden Grass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Golden Grass's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.