Ref. #DBD4AB · DE5499
Dull Sage
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dull Sage Technical Profile
What color is Dull Sage? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #DBD4AB. Colors similar to Dull Sage include Kilz Pampas, Benjamin Moore Mellowed Ivory, Behr Primitive Green. Dull Sage has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 65, Dull Sage sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Dull Sage reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Dull Sage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dull Sage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dull Sage
#DBD4AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dull Sage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dull Sage 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 Dull Sage.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dull Sage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dull Sage have?
Dull Sage by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Dull Sage from other brands?
The closest matches are Pampas by Kilz (#DDD7AE), Mellowed Ivory by Benjamin Moore (#DFD7B0), Primitive Green by Behr (#DDD3A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dull Sage?
Dull Sage has an LRV of 65.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dull Sage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.