Antique Heather DE5975 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CDBACB, LRV 52 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wisteria Wish from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDBACB · DE5975
Antique Heather
52%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Antique Heather Technical Profile
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Antique Heather in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antique Heather in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAntique Heather
Nearly identical
Vista PaintWisteria Wish
Wisteria Wish
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Violet Blusher
PPG
Nearly identical
Subtle Purple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mauve It
Behr
Nearly identical
Violet Petal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sweet Scent
Kilz
Very similar
Shadowed Rose
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fragrant Snowbell
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antique Heather
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antique Heather
#CDBACB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8595
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antique Heather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antique Heather 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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Antique Heather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antique Heather have?
Antique Heather by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) 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 Antique Heather in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antique Heather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antique Heather are Wisteria Wish by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Violet Blusher by PPG (a near-identical match), Subtle Purple by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antique Heather'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 Antique Heather?
Antique Heather has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Antique Heather's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.