Brushed Clay DE5243 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DB9351, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butterscotch from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DB9351 · DE5243
Brushed Clay
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brushed Clay Technical Profile
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Brushed Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brushed Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBrushed Clay
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreButterscotch
Butterscotch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stunning Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Japonica
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hazelnut Coffee
Valspar
Very similar
Saffron Thread
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
Impulse
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brushed Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brushed Clay
#DB9351
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1BF71
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brushed Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brushed Clay 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 Brushed Clay.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brushed Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brushed Clay have?
Brushed Clay by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brushed Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brushed Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brushed Clay are Butterscotch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stunning Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Japonica by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Brushed Clay'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 Brushed Clay?
Brushed Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, 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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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 Brushed Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.