Aromatic Cloves DEBN72 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6D6661, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coachman's Cape from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D6661 · DEBN72
Aromatic Cloves
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Aromatic Cloves Technical Profile
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Aromatic Cloves in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aromatic Cloves in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAromatic Cloves
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCoachman's Cape
Coachman's Cape
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Galvanized Shadow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Folkstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chinchilla
Behr
Nearly identical
Underground
Kilz
Very similar
Gibraltar Gray
PPG
Very similar
Grey Locks
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hunting Boots
Valspar
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aromatic Cloves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aromatic Cloves
#6D6661
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A9667
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aromatic Cloves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aromatic Cloves 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aromatic Cloves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aromatic Cloves have?
Aromatic Cloves by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aromatic Cloves in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aromatic Cloves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aromatic Cloves are Coachman's Cape by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Galvanized Shadow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Folkstone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aromatic Cloves'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 Aromatic Cloves?
Aromatic Cloves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.6, 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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Why Aromatic Cloves's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.