Brassy DEA122 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D5AB2C, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yarrow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5AB2C · DEA122
Brassy
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brassy Technical Profile
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Brassy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brassy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBrassy
Nearly identical
PPGYarrow
Yarrow
PPG
Nearly identical
Almond Puff
Valspar
Very similar
Galley Gold
Behr
Very similar
Golden Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Sin City
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kingdom Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Jonagold Apple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sin City
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Golden Bounty
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beeswax .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Summer Chartreuse
Kilz
Visible difference
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brassy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brassy
#D5AB2C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADC270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brassy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brassy 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 Brassy.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brassy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brassy have?
Brassy by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brassy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brassy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brassy are Yarrow by PPG (a near-identical match), Wright Mustard by PPG (a near-identical match), Almond Puff by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brassy'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 Brassy?
Brassy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brassy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.