Deep Mystery DE5923 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #494C59, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evening Sky from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #494C59 · DE5923
Deep Mystery
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Deep Mystery in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Mystery in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDeep Mystery
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEvening Sky
Evening Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Black Flame
PPG
Nearly identical
Virtuoso
Behr
Nearly identical
Downing Street
Valspar
Very similar
China Aster
Vista Paint
Very similar
Slate Grey
RAL
Very similar
Prussian Blue
Kilz
Very similar
China Aster
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sea Mariner
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Anchored Blue
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Mystery
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Mystery
#494C59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#635580
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Mystery
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Mystery 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Deep Mystery.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Mystery — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Mystery have?
Deep Mystery by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Deep Mystery in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Mystery from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Mystery are Evening Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Black Flame by PPG (a near-identical match), Virtuoso by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Deep Mystery'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 Deep Mystery?
Deep Mystery has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Mystery's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.