Ref. #DCD8D4 · DEW395
Heirloom Shade
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Heirloom Shade Technical Profile
What color is Heirloom Shade? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #DCD8D4. Colors similar to Heirloom Shade include Behr Jodhpur Tan, Hirshfield's Old Grey Mare, Benjamin Moore Silver Bells. Heirloom Shade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Heirloom Shade 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, Heirloom Shade 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 Heirloom Shade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heirloom Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heirloom Shade
#DCD8D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heirloom Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heirloom Shade 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 Heirloom Shade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heirloom Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heirloom Shade have?
Heirloom Shade by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Heirloom Shade from other brands?
The closest matches are Jodhpur Tan by Behr (#DDD9D5), Old Grey Mare by Hirshfield's (#DAD7D3), Silver Bells by Benjamin Moore (#DDDAD6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Heirloom Shade?
Heirloom Shade has an LRV of 69.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Heirloom Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.