Hickory DEC759 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B7A28E, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dellwood Sand from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7A28E · DEC759
Hickory
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hickory Technical Profile
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Hickory in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hickory 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
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDellwood Sand
Dellwood Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Faint Maple
Valspar
Nearly identical
Chateau
Behr
Nearly identical
Gone Country
Kilz
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sands of Time
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Weathered Wood
PPG
Very similar
10 Gallon Hat
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hickory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hickory
#B7A28E
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 Hickory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hickory 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 Hickory.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hickory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hickory have?
Hickory 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 Hickory in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hickory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hickory are Dellwood Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shore by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Broken Arrow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hickory'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?
Hickory has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hickory's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.