Chiaroscuro DEBN78 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5B584E, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Windgate Hill from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #5B584E · DEBN78
Chiaroscuro
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chiaroscuro Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B584E
RGB91, 88, 78
Estimated LRV9.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Chiaroscuro
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chiaroscuro
#5B584E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788458
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chiaroscuro
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chiaroscuro 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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Chiaroscuro — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chiaroscuro have?
Chiaroscuro by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Chiaroscuro from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chiaroscuro are Windgate Hill by Behr (a close digital match), Roycroft Bronze Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Ironside by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chiaroscuro'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 Chiaroscuro?
Chiaroscuro has a estimated lightness value of 9.8, 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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