Dark Meadow 6010-5 is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #586444, LRV 12 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cropped from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #586444 · 6010-5
Dark Meadow
12%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dark Meadow Technical Profile
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Dark Meadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Meadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDark Meadow
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCropped
Cropped
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mother Nature
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mother Nature
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Russian Olive
Behr
Very similar
Inverness
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grape Leaves
PPG
Very similar
Sweet Basil
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hinterland
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bancha
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Organic Garden
Kilz
Visible difference
Reseda Green
RAL
Visible difference
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Meadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Meadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Meadow are Cropped by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Mother Nature by Vista Paint (a very close match), Mother Nature by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark Meadow'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 Dark Meadow?
Dark Meadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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.