Nomad DET697 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #5B4E4B, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charred Hickory from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #5B4E4B · DET697
Nomad
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nomad Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B4E4B
RGB91, 78, 75
Estimated LRV8.2
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#5B4E4A
Close digital match
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#594B49
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Virginia Soil
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#5F4F4C
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Chocolate Pretzel
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#60504B
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Fresco Urbain
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#604F4C
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#5B4F49
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#59504F
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Colors That Work With Nomad
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nomad
#5B4E4B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#827557
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nomad
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nomad 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
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Nomad — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nomad have?
Nomad by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Nomad from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nomad are Charred Hickory by Behr (a close digital match), Cabin In The Woods by Behr (a close digital match), Cattail by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nomad'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 Nomad?
Nomad has a estimated lightness value of 8.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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