Ref. #86736E · DE6040
Cave of the Winds
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cave of the Winds Technical Profile
What color is Cave of the Winds? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #86736E. Colors similar to Cave of the Winds include MPC Bell Metal Bronze Met., PPG Granite Boulder, MPC Bank Bronze Met.. Cave of the Winds has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Cave of the Winds creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Cave of the Winds pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Cave of the Winds
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cave of the Winds
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cave of the Winds
#86736E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A99C7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cave of the Winds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cave of the Winds 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 Cave of the Winds.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cave of the Winds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cave of the Winds have?
Cave of the Winds by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Cave of the Winds from other brands?
The closest matches are Bell Metal Bronze Met. by MPC (#857069), Granite Boulder by PPG (#816F6B), Bank Bronze Met. by MPC (#83746F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cave of the Winds?
Cave of the Winds has an LRV of 18.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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