Ref. #494C59 · DE5923
Deep Mystery
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Deep Mystery Technical Profile
What color is Deep Mystery? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #494C59. Colors similar to Deep Mystery include Benjamin Moore Evening Sky, PPG Black Flame, Behr Virtuoso. Deep Mystery has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Deep Mystery creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Deep Mystery pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Deep Mystery
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Deep Mystery from other brands?
The closest matches are Evening Sky by Benjamin Moore (#474A57), Black Flame by PPG (#484B5A), Virtuoso by Behr (#474956). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep Mystery?
Deep Mystery has an LRV of 7.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.