Pale Shale DE5918 is a blue paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CACFDC, estimated LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Debonaire from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #CACFDC · DE5918
Pale Shale
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pale Shale Technical Profile
HEX Code#CACFDC
RGB202, 207, 220
Estimated LRV62.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#CBD0DD
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Twilight Spell
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#CECFDB
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Colors That Work With Pale Shale
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Shale
#CACFDC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Shale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Shale 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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Pale Shale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Shale have?
Pale Shale by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Pale Shale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Shale are Debonaire by PPG (a close digital match), Pale Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Smokey Violet by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale Shale'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 Pale Shale?
Pale Shale has a estimated lightness value of 62.3, 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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