Calico Rock DE6229 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9C9584, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Olive from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C9584 · DE6229
Calico Rock
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Calico Rock Technical Profile
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Calico Rock in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Calico Rock in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCalico Rock
Nearly identical
BehrDusty Olive
Dusty Olive
Behr
Nearly identical
Honed Soapstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gettysburg Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Nearly identical
Utility Wear
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sylvan
PPG
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Good Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Orestes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calico Rock
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calico Rock
#9C9584
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calico Rock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calico Rock 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
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Calico Rock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calico Rock have?
Calico Rock 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 Calico Rock in your own space before committing.
What colors match Calico Rock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Calico Rock are Dusty Olive by Behr (a near-identical match), Honed Soapstone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gettysburg Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Calico Rock'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 Calico Rock?
Calico Rock has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.2, 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 Calico Rock's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.