Chalky DEC793 is a off-white paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E9E9E1, estimated LRV 81 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hailstorm Gray from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #E9E9E1 · DEC793
Chalky
81%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Chalky Technical Profile
HEX Code#E9E9E1
RGB233, 233, 225
Estimated LRV81.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyoff-white
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#E9E9E1
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Just About White
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#E8E8E0
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#E8E9E1
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Cloud Cover
Benjamin Moore
#EAE9E1
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Colorhouse
#EAE9E1
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White Moderne
Behr
#EBEAE2
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Mountain Mist
PPG
#ECECE3
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Spare White
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#E4E4DD
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Colors That Work With Chalky
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chalky
#E9E9E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chalky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chalky 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
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Chalky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chalky have?
Chalky by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Chalky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chalky are Hailstorm Gray by Valspar (a close digital match), Just About White by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Promenade by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chalky'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 Chalky?
Chalky has a estimated lightness value of 81.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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