Mahogany Cherry DE5020 is a pink paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #82495A, estimated LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bottle of Bordaux from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #82495A · DE5020
Mahogany Cherry
10%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mahogany Cherry Technical Profile
HEX Code#82495A
RGB130, 73, 90
Estimated LRV10.2
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familypink
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Mahogany Cherry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mahogany Cherry
#82495A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#987066
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mahogany Cherry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mahogany Cherry 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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Mahogany Cherry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mahogany Cherry have?
Mahogany Cherry by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink 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 Mahogany Cherry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mahogany Cherry are Bottle of Bordaux by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Wine Not by Behr (a close digital match), Baked Apples by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mahogany Cherry'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 Mahogany Cherry?
Mahogany Cherry has a estimated lightness value of 10.2, 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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