Ref. #DCD8C7 · DE6233
Limestone
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Limestone Technical Profile
What color is Limestone? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #DCD8C7. Colors similar to Limestone include Benjamin Moore Tapestry Beige, Benjamin Moore Early Morning Mist, Vista Paint Poseidon's Beard. Limestone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Limestone sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Limestone pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Limestone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Tapestry Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Poseidon's Beard
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Poseidon's Beard
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Shadow White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cocoon
PPG
Nearly identical
Sandy Clay
Behr
Nearly identical
September Fog
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oat Milk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
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 belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Limestone from other brands?
The closest matches are Tapestry Beige by Benjamin Moore (#DCD8C6), Early Morning Mist by Benjamin Moore (#DCD9CA), Poseidon's Beard by Vista Paint (#DAD6C7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Limestone?
Limestone has an LRV of 68.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.