Grain Mill DET665 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D8C095, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Warmed Biscuit from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D8C095 · DET665
Grain Mill
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Grain Mill in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grain Mill in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsGrain Mill
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWarmed Biscuit
Warmed Biscuit
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shortbread
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
True Blonde
PPG
Nearly identical
Pale Ale
Kilz
Nearly identical
Follow the Leader
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Asian Jute
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mineral Yellow
Behr
Very similar
Ecru
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dining Room Gold
Valspar
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grain Mill
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grain Mill
#D8C095
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grain Mill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grain Mill 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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Grain Mill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grain Mill have?
Grain Mill by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grain Mill in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grain Mill from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grain Mill are Warmed Biscuit by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Shortbread by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), True Blonde by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grain Mill'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 Grain Mill?
Grain Mill has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.5, 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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