Fine Grain DE6213 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D8CFC1, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cedar Key from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8CFC1 · DE6213
Fine Grain
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Fine Grain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fine Grain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsFine Grain
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCedar Key
Cedar Key
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cool Concrete
PPG
Nearly identical
Gray Envelope
Behr
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Dumpling
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Parlour Taupe
Valspar
Nearly identical
Awakening
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Warmed Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Starched Linen
Kilz
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fine Grain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fine Grain
#D8CFC1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fine Grain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fine Grain 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 Fine Grain.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fine Grain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fine Grain have?
Fine Grain by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fine Grain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fine Grain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fine Grain are Cedar Key by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cool Concrete by PPG (a near-identical match), Gray Envelope by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fine Grain'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 Fine Grain?
Fine Grain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.1, 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 Fine Grain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.