Ref. #586444 · 6010-5
Dark Meadow
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Meadow Technical Profile
What color is Dark Meadow? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #586444. Colors similar to Dark Meadow include Vista Paint Mother Nature, Hirshfield's Mother Nature, Behr Russian Olive. Dark Meadow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Dark Meadow creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Dark Meadow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Dark Meadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Meadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Meadow
#586444
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5D8358
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Meadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Meadow 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Dark Meadow.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Meadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Meadow have?
Dark Meadow by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Dark Meadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Mother Nature by Vista Paint (#536545), Mother Nature by Hirshfield's (#566749), Russian Olive by Behr (#505F3D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Meadow?
Dark Meadow has an LRV of 11.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Meadow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.