Ref. #9D6F46 · DEA164
Autumn Bark
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Autumn Bark Technical Profile
What color is Autumn Bark? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9D6F46. Colors similar to Autumn Bark include Vista Paint Fallen Leaf, Benjamin Moore Spiced, Benjamin Moore Runyon Canyon Tan. Autumn Bark has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Autumn Bark 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, Autumn Bark 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 Autumn Bark
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Bark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Bark
#9D6F46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A470
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Bark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Bark 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 Autumn Bark.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autumn Bark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Bark have?
Autumn Bark by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Autumn Bark from other brands?
The closest matches are Fallen Leaf by Vista Paint (#9F6E41), Spiced by Benjamin Moore (#9D6F4A), Runyon Canyon Tan by Benjamin Moore (#9D6F4A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Autumn Bark?
Autumn Bark has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Bark's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.