Muslin DE6227 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #D4D0C5, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clay Beige from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D4D0C5 · DE6227
Muslin
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Muslin in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Muslin in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsMuslin
Nearly identical
BehrClay Beige
Clay Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Sea Salt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Power Lunch
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Power Lunch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gossamer Veil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Whiskers
PPG
Nearly identical
Villa Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Doves Wings
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Foggy Skies
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cornforth White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Muslin
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Muslin
#D4D0C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Muslin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Muslin 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 Muslin.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Muslin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Muslin have?
Muslin 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 Muslin in your own space before committing.
What colors match Muslin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Muslin are Clay Beige by Behr (a near-identical match), Sea Salt by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Power Lunch by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Muslin'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 Muslin?
Muslin has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Muslin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.