Light Aspiration DE6185 is a orange paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DACBA7, estimated LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gabriel's Light from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #DACBA7 · DE6185
Light Aspiration
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Light Aspiration Technical Profile
HEX Code#DACBA7
RGB218, 203, 167
Estimated LRV60.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Light Aspiration
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light Aspiration
#DACBA7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B280
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light Aspiration
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light Aspiration 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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Light Aspiration — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light Aspiration have?
Light Aspiration by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Light Aspiration from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Light Aspiration are Gabriel's Light by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Baked Bread by PPG (a close digital match), Pittsfield Buff by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Light Aspiration'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 Light Aspiration?
Light Aspiration has a estimated lightness value of 60.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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