Dull Sage DE5499 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DBD4AB, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pampas from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBD4AB · DE5499
Dull Sage
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dull Sage Technical Profile
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Dull Sage in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dull Sage in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsDull Sage
Nearly identical
KilzPampas
Pampas
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mellowed Ivory
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Primitive Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Howdy Neighbor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plum Passion
Valspar
Nearly identical
Origin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Misty Moor
PPG
Nearly identical
Lil' Bit Citrus
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rice Paddy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cooking Apple Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dull Sage in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dull Sage from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dull Sage are Pampas by Kilz (a near-identical match), Mellowed Ivory by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Primitive Green by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dull Sage'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 Dull Sage?
Dull Sage has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.1, 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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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.