Distant Dusk DEGR46 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #ABA8A1, estimated LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Downtown Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #ABA8A1 · DEGR46
Distant Dusk
39%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Distant Dusk Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABA8A1
RGB171, 168, 161
Estimated LRV39.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Distant Dusk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Distant Dusk
#ABA8A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Distant Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Distant Dusk 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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Distant Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Distant Dusk have?
Distant Dusk by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) 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 Distant Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Distant Dusk are Downtown Gray by Behr (a close digital match), Kalispell by PPG (a close digital match), Dorian Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Distant Dusk'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 Distant Dusk?
Distant Dusk has a estimated lightness value of 39.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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