Ref. #849C8D · DE5718
Mother Earth
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mother Earth Technical Profile
What color is Mother Earth? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #849C8D. Colors similar to Mother Earth include MPC Chalkos Green, PPG Paradise Found, Behr Naturalist Gray. Mother Earth has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Mother Earth depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Mother Earth 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 Mother Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mother Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mother Earth
#849C8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mother Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mother Earth 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 Mother Earth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mother Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mother Earth have?
Mother Earth by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mother Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Chalkos Green by MPC (#899E8C), Paradise Found by PPG (#83988C), Naturalist Gray by Behr (#809688). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mother Earth?
Mother Earth has an LRV of 30.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mother Earth's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.