Louisiana Mud DE6398 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #655856, estimated LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mystic Taupe from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #655856 · DE6398
Louisiana Mud
10%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Louisiana Mud Technical Profile
HEX Code#655856
RGB101, 88, 86
Estimated LRV10.4
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 Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Louisiana Mud
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Louisiana Mud
#655856
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F7D5F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Louisiana Mud
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Louisiana Mud 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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Louisiana Mud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Louisiana Mud have?
Louisiana Mud by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Louisiana Mud from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Louisiana Mud are Mystic Taupe by Valspar (a close digital match), Sweet Truffle by Behr (a very close match), Pine Cone Brown by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Louisiana Mud'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 Louisiana Mud?
Louisiana Mud has a estimated lightness value of 10.4, 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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