Monsoon DE6039 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A49593, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heliotrope from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #A49593 · DE6039
Monsoon
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Monsoon Technical Profile
HEX Code#A49593
RGB164, 149, 147
Estimated LRV31.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Heliotrope
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#A49491
Close digital match
Auger Shell
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#9F9291
Close digital match
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#AB9998
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#9F938F
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#A49191
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#9F8E90
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Benjamin Moore
#A29296
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#A39B96
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#999494
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Visible digital difference
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#9C9C9C
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Colors That Work With Monsoon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monsoon
#A49593
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monsoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monsoon 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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Monsoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monsoon have?
Monsoon 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 Monsoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monsoon are Heliotrope by PPG (a close digital match), Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Antique Mauve by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Monsoon'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 Monsoon?
Monsoon has a estimated lightness value of 31.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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