Italian Basil DE6287 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5F6957, LRV 13 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Mountain from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5F6957 · DE6287
Italian Basil
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Italian Basil Technical Profile
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Italian Basil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Italian Basil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsItalian Basil
Nearly identical
BehrDusty Mountain
Dusty Mountain
Behr
Nearly identical
Boughs of Pine
Valspar
Nearly identical
Preserved Moss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Backwoods
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Newbury Moss
Vista Paint
Very similar
Basil
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
All About Olive
PPG
Very similar
Newbury Moss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Yew Hedge
Kilz
Very similar
Concrete Grey
RAL
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Italian Basil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Italian Basil
#5F6957
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#619264
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Italian Basil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Italian Basil 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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Italian Basil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Italian Basil have?
Italian Basil by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) 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 Italian Basil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Italian Basil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Italian Basil are Dusty Mountain by Behr (a near-identical match), Less Travelled by Behr (a near-identical match), Royal Orchard by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Italian Basil'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 Italian Basil?
Italian Basil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Italian Basil's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.