Casting Shadow DE6291 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9DA7A0, LRV 37 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greyhound from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9DA7A0 · DE6291
Casting Shadow
37%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Casting Shadow Technical Profile
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Casting Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Casting Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCasting Shadow
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGreyhound
Greyhound
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Explore the Shore
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Cold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Casual Gray
Behr
Very similar
Halcyon Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Fescue
Valspar
Very similar
Artful Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Drizzle
PPG
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Casting Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Casting Shadow
#9DA7A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Casting Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Casting Shadow 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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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Casting Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Casting Shadow have?
Casting Shadow by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) 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 Casting Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Casting Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Casting Shadow are Greyhound by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Piedmont Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Explore the Shore by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Casting Shadow'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 Casting Shadow?
Casting Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Casting Shadow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.