Dark Shadows DEA183 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #455559, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Asphalt Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #455559 · DEA183
Dark Shadows
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dark Shadows Technical Profile
HEX Code#455559
RGB69, 85, 89
Estimated LRV8.5
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Dark Shadows
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Shadows
#455559
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#54607D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Shadows 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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Dark Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Shadows have?
Dark Shadows by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Dark Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Shadows are Asphalt Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Narragansett Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Navy Masterpiece by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dark Shadows'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 Dark Shadows?
Dark Shadows has a estimated lightness value of 8.5, 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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