Missing Link DE6041 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6F5D57, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Torte from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #6F5D57 · DE6041
Missing Link
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Missing Link Technical Profile
HEX Code#6F5D57
RGB111, 93, 87
Estimated LRV11.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#715F58
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#705F57
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Colors That Work With Missing Link
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Missing Link
#6F5D57
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#958964
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Missing Link
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Missing Link Room Palettes
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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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Missing Link — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Missing Link have?
Missing Link 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 Missing Link from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Missing Link are Chocolate Torte by Kilz (a close digital match), Mohawk Valley by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Velvet by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Missing Link'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 Missing Link?
Missing Link has a estimated lightness value of 11.9, 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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