Acanthus 29 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CDCDB4, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive White from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDCDB4 · 29
Acanthus
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Acanthus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acanthus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAcanthus
Nearly identical
ValsparOlive White
Olive White
Valspar
Nearly identical
Juniper Berry Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Fern
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Sagebrush
Behr
Nearly identical
Plume Grass
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plume Grass
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Spooky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Palo Verde
Kilz
Very similar
Green Grove
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glass .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Eddy
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acanthus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acanthus
#CDCDB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acanthus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acanthus 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Acanthus.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acanthus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acanthus have?
Acanthus by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Acanthus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acanthus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acanthus are Olive White by Valspar (a near-identical match), Juniper Berry Sage by PPG (a near-identical match), Only Olive by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Acanthus'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 Acanthus?
Acanthus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acanthus's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.