Coconut Shell DE6202 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #917A56, estimated LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tweed from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #917A56 · DE6202
Coconut Shell
21%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Coconut Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#917A56
RGB145, 122, 86
Estimated LRV20.6
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 Familybrown
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Tweed
PPG
#937B56
Close digital match
Magic Lamp
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#947952
Close digital match
Crown'S Nest
Dutch Boy
#967C59
Close digital match
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Sherwin-Williams
#8D7553
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#937754
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Colors That Work With Coconut Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coconut Shell
#917A56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FA476
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coconut Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coconut Shell 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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Coconut Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coconut Shell have?
Coconut Shell by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Coconut Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coconut Shell are Tweed by PPG (a close digital match), Magic Lamp by Valspar (a close digital match), Crown'S Nest by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Coconut Shell'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 Coconut Shell?
Coconut Shell has a estimated lightness value of 20.6, 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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