Graphite DE5936 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #656579, LRV 14 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvety Indigo from Dutch Boy (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #656579 · DE5936
Graphite
14%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Graphite Technical Profile
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Graphite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Graphite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsGraphite
Very similar
Dutch BoyVelvety Indigo
Velvety Indigo
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Purple Pansies
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Heron
PPG
Very similar
Twilight Dusk
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Very similar
Grapes of Wrath
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Gaspe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mesmerize
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Night
Valspar
Very similar
Bewitched
Kilz
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Graphite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Graphite
#656579
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8971A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Graphite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Graphite 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 Graphite.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Graphite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Graphite have?
Graphite by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Graphite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Graphite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Graphite are Velvety Indigo by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Purple Pansies by Vista Paint (a very close match), Blue Heron by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Graphite'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 Graphite?
Graphite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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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 Graphite's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.