Ref. #C8D1C4 · DE6283
Granite
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Granite Technical Profile
What color is Granite? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C8D1C4. Colors similar to Granite include Behr Mild Mint, Hirshfield's Marble Green, Vista Paint Marble Green. Granite has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Granite sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Granite pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Granite
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Granite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granite
#C8D1C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granite 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 Granite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Granite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granite have?
Granite by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Granite from other brands?
The closest matches are Mild Mint by Behr (#C9D1C3), Marble Green by Hirshfield's (#CBD4C8), Marble Green by Vista Paint (#CBD4C8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Granite?
Granite has an LRV of 61.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Granite's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.