Downing to Earth DET634 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #635A4F, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roasted Sepia from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #635A4F · DET634
Downing to Earth
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Downing to Earth Technical Profile
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Downing to Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Downing to Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDowning to Earth
Nearly identical
ValsparRoasted Sepia
Roasted Sepia
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ares Shadow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cedar Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Prospect
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
North Creek Brown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wildwood
Vista Paint
Very similar
Thundering
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Osprey
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Downing to Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Downing to Earth
#635A4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87895C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Downing to Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Downing to Earth 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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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Downing to Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downing to Earth have?
Downing to Earth 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 Downing to Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Downing to Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Downing to Earth are Roasted Sepia by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ares Shadow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cedar Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Downing to Earth'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 Downing to Earth?
Downing to Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.5, 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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Why Downing to Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.