Monsoon DE6039 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A49593, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heliotrope from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A49593 · DE6039
Monsoon
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Monsoon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Monsoon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMonsoon
Nearly identical
PPGHeliotrope
Heliotrope
PPG
Nearly identical
Auger Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Antique Mauve
Behr
Very similar
Channel Seal Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Blush
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Historic Monument
Kilz
Very similar
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Monsoon
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Monsoon.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Monsoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monsoon have?
Monsoon 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 Monsoon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Monsoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monsoon are Heliotrope by PPG (a near-identical match), Auger Shell by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Monsoon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.