Bear in Mind DE6042 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5B4A44, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chateau Brown from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B4A44 · DE6042
Bear in Mind
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Bear in Mind in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bear in Mind in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBear in Mind
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsChateau Brown
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Natural Bark
Behr
Nearly identical
Racy Raisin
PPG
Nearly identical
Incense Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cabin Plank
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cattail
Kilz
Very similar
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bear in Mind
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bear in Mind
#5B4A44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E7454
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bear in Mind
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bear in Mind 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 Bear in Mind.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bear in Mind — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bear in Mind have?
Bear in Mind 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 Bear in Mind in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bear in Mind from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bear in Mind are Chateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Natural Bark by Behr (a near-identical match), Iced Espresso by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bear in Mind'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 Bear in Mind?
Bear in Mind has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bear in Mind's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.