Loch Ness DE5748 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #445956, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mediterranean Teal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #445956 · DE5748
Loch Ness
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Loch Ness Technical Profile
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Loch Ness in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Loch Ness in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsLoch Ness
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMediterranean Teal
Mediterranean Teal
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hostaleaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Antique Slate
PPG
Nearly identical
Peacock House
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gedney Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Gedney Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Still Water
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprucey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Very similar
Basalt Grey
RAL
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Loch Ness
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Loch Ness
#445956
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#536E7D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Loch Ness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Loch Ness 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Loch Ness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Loch Ness have?
Loch Ness 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 Loch Ness in your own space before committing.
What colors match Loch Ness from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Loch Ness are Mediterranean Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hostaleaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Antique Slate by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Loch Ness'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 Loch Ness?
Loch Ness has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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 Loch Ness's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.