Ref. #655856 · DE6398
Louisiana Mud
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Louisiana Mud Technical Profile
What color is Louisiana Mud? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #655856. Colors similar to Louisiana Mud include Valspar Mystic Taupe, Behr Sweet Truffle, Behr Pine Cone Brown. Louisiana Mud has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Louisiana Mud creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Louisiana Mud 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 Louisiana Mud
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Louisiana Mud
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Louisiana Mud.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Louisiana Mud — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Louisiana Mud have?
Louisiana Mud by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Louisiana Mud from other brands?
The closest matches are Mystic Taupe by Valspar (#615450), Sweet Truffle by Behr (#635759), Pine Cone Brown by Behr (#665751). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Louisiana Mud?
Louisiana Mud has an LRV of 10.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Louisiana Mud's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.