Outer Boundary DE6021 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #654846, LRV 8 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is El Cajon Clay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #654846 · DE6021
Outer Boundary
8%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Outer Boundary Technical Profile
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Outer Boundary in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Outer Boundary in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsOuter Boundary
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreEl Cajon Clay
El Cajon Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chocolate Eclair
PPG
Nearly identical
Death By Chocolate
Behr
Nearly identical
Otis Madiera
Vista Paint
Very similar
Brown Plum
Valspar
Very similar
Burnt Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Carnelian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
County Road
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Otis Madeira
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Chestnut Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Outer Boundary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outer Boundary
#654846
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#857259
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outer Boundary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outer Boundary 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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Outer Boundary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outer Boundary have?
Outer Boundary by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Outer Boundary in your own space before committing.
What colors match Outer Boundary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outer Boundary are El Cajon Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Townsend Harbor Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chocolate Eclair by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Outer Boundary'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 Outer Boundary?
Outer Boundary has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Outer Boundary's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.