Ref. #445956 · DE5748
Loch Ness
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Loch Ness Technical Profile
What color is Loch Ness? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #445956. Colors similar to Loch Ness include Benjamin Moore Mediterranean Teal, PPG Antique Slate, Benjamin Moore Tarrytown Green. Loch Ness has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Loch Ness creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Loch Ness pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Loch Ness
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Loch Ness.
More gray colors from other brands
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Loch Ness from other brands?
The closest matches are Mediterranean Teal by Benjamin Moore (#475A57), Antique Slate by PPG (#455C59), Tarrytown Green by Benjamin Moore (#425853). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Loch Ness?
Loch Ness has an LRV of 9.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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