Musk DE6088 is a red paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CCA195, LRV 41 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palmetto Pink from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCA195 · DE6088
Musk
41%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Musk Technical Profile
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Musk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Musk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMusk
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePalmetto Pink
Palmetto Pink
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pink Ginger
Behr
Nearly identical
Calliope
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Calliope
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cabbage Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
A Li'L Cheeky
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Raffia Cream
PPG
Very similar
Adobe Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Orange Ginger
Kilz
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Musk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Musk
#CCA195
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEA284
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Musk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Musk 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 Musk.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Musk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Musk have?
Musk by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Musk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Musk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Musk are Palmetto Pink by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pink Ginger by Behr (a near-identical match), Autumn Malt by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Musk'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 Musk?
Musk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Musk's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.