Hickory Branch DE6082 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #AB8274, LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Appalachian Spring from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB8274 · DE6082
Hickory Branch
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Hickory Branch Technical Profile
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Hickory Branch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hickory Branch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsHickory Branch
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAppalachian Spring
Appalachian Spring
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crushed Clay
Behr
Nearly identical
Hushed Auburn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mystic Mauve
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Canyon Earth
Valspar
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cappucino Bombe
PPG
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hickory Branch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hickory Branch
#AB8274
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hickory Branch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hickory Branch 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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Hickory Branch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hickory Branch have?
Hickory Branch by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hickory Branch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hickory Branch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hickory Branch are Appalachian Spring by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mudslide by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Crushed Clay by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hickory Branch'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 Hickory Branch?
Hickory Branch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hickory Branch's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.