Desert Rock DE6066 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D5C6BD, LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rose Dust from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5C6BD · DE6066
Desert Rock
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Desert Rock Technical Profile
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Desert Rock in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Desert Rock in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDesert Rock
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRose Dust
Rose Dust
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Coconut Macaroon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Unfussy Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hazy Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Coconut Macaroon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
First Kiss
PPG
Nearly identical
Boardwalk Sashay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Stable Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Rock
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Rock
#D5C6BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Rock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Rock 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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More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Desert Rock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Rock have?
Desert Rock by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Desert Rock in your own space before committing.
What colors match Desert Rock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Rock are Rose Dust by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Old by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Coconut Macaroon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Desert Rock'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 Desert Rock?
Desert Rock has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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