Limestone DE6233 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #DCD8C7, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tapestry Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCD8C7 · DE6233
Limestone
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Limestone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Limestone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsLimestone
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTapestry Beige
Tapestry Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Herbal Sage
PPG
Nearly identical
Poseidon’s Beard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Poseidon's Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Shadow White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sandy Clay
Behr
Nearly identical
September Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oat Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bisque .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Existence
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Limestone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Limestone
#DCD8C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Limestone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Limestone 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 Limestone.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Limestone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Limestone have?
Limestone by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Limestone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Limestone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Limestone are Tapestry Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soft Herbal Sage by PPG (a near-identical match), Ashwood by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Limestone'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 Limestone?
Limestone has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.5, 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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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 Limestone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.