Cold Brew DEBN11 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6F514B, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spanish Chestnut from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F514B · DEBN11
Cold Brew
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Cold Brew Technical Profile
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Cold Brew in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cold Brew in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsCold Brew
Nearly identical
BehrSpanish Chestnut
Spanish Chestnut
Behr
Nearly identical
Western Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bison Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bigfoot
PPG
Very similar
County Road
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Powderhorn Manor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tonka Bean
Kilz
Very similar
Coffee Shop
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brevity Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cold Brew
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cold Brew
#6F514B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E7E5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cold Brew
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cold Brew 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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Cold Brew — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cold Brew have?
Cold Brew by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cold Brew in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cold Brew from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cold Brew are Spanish Chestnut by Behr (a near-identical match), Western Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match), Terrace Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cold Brew'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 Cold Brew?
Cold Brew has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cold Brew's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.