Molasses DE6399 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #574A47, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cattail from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #574A47 · DE6399
Molasses
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Molasses Technical Profile
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Molasses in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Molasses in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMolasses
Nearly identical
KilzCattail
Cattail
Kilz
Nearly identical
Natural Bark
Behr
Nearly identical
French Toast
PPG
Nearly identical
Black Raisin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Incense Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Orchid Black
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Chocolate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Molasses
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Molasses
#574A47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D7054
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Molasses
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Molasses 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 Molasses.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Molasses — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Molasses have?
Molasses 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 Molasses in your own space before committing.
What colors match Molasses from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Molasses are Cattail by Kilz (a near-identical match), Natural Bark by Behr (a near-identical match), French Toast by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Molasses'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 Molasses?
Molasses has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.4, 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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Why Molasses's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.