Ref. #5E4F46 · DE6063
Black Walnut
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Walnut Technical Profile
What color is Black Walnut? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5E4F46. Colors similar to Black Walnut include Benjamin Moore Van Buren Brown, Benjamin Moore Rural Earth, PPG Sarsaparilla. Black Walnut has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Black Walnut 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, Black Walnut 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 Black Walnut
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Walnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Walnut
#5E4F46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#817C56
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Walnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Walnut 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 Black Walnut.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Walnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Walnut have?
Black Walnut by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Black Walnut from other brands?
The closest matches are Van Buren Brown by Benjamin Moore (#605047), Rural Earth by Benjamin Moore (#605148), Sarsaparilla by PPG (#5B4C44). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Walnut?
Black Walnut has an LRV of 8.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Walnut's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.