Missing Link DE6041 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6F5D57, 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.
Ref. #6F5D57 · DE6041
Missing Link
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Missing Link in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Missing Link in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMissing Link
Nearly identical
KilzChocolate Torte
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mohawk Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Almond Truffle
Behr
Very similar
Boston Legacy
Valspar
Very similar
Poppy Pods
PPG
Very similar
Gridlock
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Browse Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wooden Nutmeg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Missing Link
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Missing Link
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Missing Link 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 Missing Link.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Missing Link in your own space before committing.
What colors match Missing Link from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Missing Link are Chocolate Torte by Kilz (a near-identical match), Mohawk Valley by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Missing Link's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.