California Dreamin DET404 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #93807F, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Enigma from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #93807F · DET404
California Dreamin
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
California Dreamin Technical Profile
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California Dreamin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to California Dreamin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCalifornia Dreamin
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsEnigma
Enigma
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pink Granite
Behr
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Irish Tea
Valspar
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Quietly Violet
Benjamin Moore
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Dutch Boy
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Utopia
Vista Paint
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Cinnamon Toast
PPG
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Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
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Forlorn
Kilz
Visible difference
Iced Orchid
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With California Dreamin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
California Dreamin
#93807F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for California Dreamin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
California Dreamin 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
California Dreamin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does California Dreamin have?
California Dreamin 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 California Dreamin in your own space before committing.
What colors match California Dreamin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to California Dreamin are Enigma by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Renwick Heather by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Pink Granite by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting California Dreamin'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 California Dreamin?
California Dreamin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, 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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