Ref. #746550 · DE6217
Ancient Earth
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ancient Earth Technical Profile
What color is Ancient Earth? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #746550. Colors similar to Ancient Earth include Behr Whiskey Barrel, Sherwin-Williams Superior Bronze, Farrow & Ball Salon Drab. Ancient Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Ancient Earth 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, Ancient Earth 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 Ancient Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Earth
#746550
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#909463
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Earth 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Ancient Earth.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Earth have?
Ancient Earth by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Ancient Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Whiskey Barrel by Behr (#766955), Superior Bronze by Sherwin-Williams (#786957), Salon Drab by Farrow & Ball (#726454). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ancient Earth?
Ancient Earth has an LRV of 13.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.