Ref. #D3CEC5 · DEC786
Miner's Dust
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Miner's Dust Technical Profile
What color is Miner's Dust? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D3CEC5. Colors similar to Miner's Dust include Sherwin-Williams Gossamer Veil, Benjamin Moore Collingwood, Valspar Moon Shot. Miner's Dust has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Miner's Dust sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Miner's Dust 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 Miner's Dust
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Miner's Dust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Miner's Dust
#D3CEC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Miner's Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Miner's Dust 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 Miner's Dust.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Miner's Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Miner's Dust have?
Miner's Dust by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Miner's Dust from other brands?
The closest matches are Gossamer Veil by Sherwin-Williams (#D3CEC4), Collingwood by Benjamin Moore (#D4CFC5), Moon Shot by Valspar (#D4CFC7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Miner's Dust?
Miner's Dust has an LRV of 62.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Miner's Dust's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.