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Ryegrass
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ryegrass Technical Profile
What color is Ryegrass? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #AEAC7A. Colors similar to Ryegrass include Dunn-Edwards Stuffed Olive, Vista Paint Mossy Log, Valspar Gentle Pasture. Ryegrass has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Ryegrass 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 Ryegrass 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 Ryegrass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ryegrass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ryegrass
#AEAC7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ryegrass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ryegrass 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 Ryegrass.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ryegrass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ryegrass have?
Ryegrass by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ryegrass from other brands?
The closest matches are Stuffed Olive by Dunn-Edwards (#ADAC7C), Mossy Log by Vista Paint (#A8A77B), Gentle Pasture by Valspar (#ACA97F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ryegrass?
Ryegrass has an LRV of 39.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ryegrass's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.