Kick the Can DEGR72 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #979995, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Earl Grey from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #979995 · DEGR72
Kick the Can
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Kick the Can in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kick the Can in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsKick the Can
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsEarl Grey
Earl Grey
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rainstorm
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Playing Possum
PPG
Nearly identical
Shark Fin
Behr
Nearly identical
Signal Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Mason Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Smoky Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Serving Platter
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kick the Can
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kick the Can
#979995
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kick the Can
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kick the Can 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 Kick the Can.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kick the Can — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kick the Can have?
Kick the Can by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Kick the Can in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kick the Can from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kick the Can are Earl Grey by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rainstorm by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tin Lizzie by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kick the Can'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 Kick the Can?
Kick the Can has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.5, 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
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 Kick the Can's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.