Ref. #7A7E66 · DE6265
Moss Covered
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Moss Covered Technical Profile
What color is Moss Covered? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #7A7E66. Colors similar to Moss Covered include PPG Pine Garland, Benjamin Moore Mossy Oak, Benjamin Moore Galpagos Green. Moss Covered has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Moss Covered creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Moss Covered pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Moss Covered
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moss Covered
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moss Covered
#7A7E66
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84A374
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moss Covered
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moss Covered 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 Moss Covered.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moss Covered — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moss Covered have?
Moss Covered by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Moss Covered from other brands?
The closest matches are Pine Garland by PPG (#797E65), Mossy Oak by Benjamin Moore (#7C8169), Galpagos Green by Benjamin Moore (#7C8169). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moss Covered?
Moss Covered has an LRV of 20.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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