Avalon DET552 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #799B96, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Viscaya from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #799B96 · DET552
Avalon
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Avalon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Avalon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsAvalon
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sViscaya
Viscaya
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Water's Edge
Valspar
Nearly identical
Yucca
PPG
Nearly identical
Viscaya
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peacock Plume
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Antiqued Aqua
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Slate Rock
Behr
Very similar
Virtue
Kilz
Very similar
Stemmed Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Avalon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Avalon
#799B96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Avalon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Avalon 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 Avalon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Avalon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Avalon have?
Avalon by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Avalon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Avalon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Avalon are Viscaya by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Water's Edge by Valspar (a near-identical match), Yucca by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Avalon'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 Avalon?
Avalon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Avalon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.