Ref. #989746 · 6712
Luau Green
29%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Luau Green Technical Profile
What color is Luau Green? It's a deep cool yellow with the hex code #989746. Colors similar to Luau Green include MPC Olive Flower, Dunn-Edwards Lazy Lizard, RAL Olive Yellow. Luau Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 29 gives Luau Green depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Luau 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 Luau Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Luau Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Luau Green
#989746
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#89A36E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Luau Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Luau 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Luau 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.
Luau Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Luau Green have?
Luau Green by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Luau Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Flower by MPC (#97983D), Lazy Lizard by Dunn-Edwards (#9C9C4B), Olive Yellow by RAL (#999950). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Luau Green?
Luau Green has an LRV of 29.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Luau Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.