Ref. #D4D0C5 · DE6227
Muslin
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Muslin Technical Profile
What color is Muslin? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D4D0C5. Colors similar to Muslin include Behr Clay Beige, Benjamin Moore Sea Salt, Hirshfield's Power Lunch. Muslin has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 63, Muslin sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Muslin 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 Muslin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Muslin from other brands?
The closest matches are Clay Beige by Behr (#D4D0C4), Sea Salt by Benjamin Moore (#D5D0C4), Power Lunch by Hirshfield's (#D4D1C7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Muslin?
Muslin has an LRV of 63.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Muslin's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.