Ancient Grain DEBN03 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8B7366, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Derby Brown from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B7366 · DEBN03
Ancient Grain
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ancient Grain Technical Profile
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Ancient Grain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ancient Grain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAncient Grain
Nearly identical
PPGDerby Brown
Derby Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Mocha Café
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fine Leather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sea Lion Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pelican Beak
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tree Branch
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Riverbank
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cardamom Spice
Behr
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Grain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Grain
#8B7366
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8A17C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Grain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Grain 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
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Ancient Grain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Grain have?
Ancient Grain by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ancient Grain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ancient Grain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ancient Grain are Derby Brown by PPG (a near-identical match), Mocha Café by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Fine Leather by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ancient Grain'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 Ancient Grain?
Ancient Grain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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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