Ref. #807548 · DEA169
Peppered Moss
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Peppered Moss Technical Profile
What color is Peppered Moss? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #807548. Colors similar to Peppered Moss include Behr Archaeological Site, Hirshfield's Tropical Twist, Vista Paint Tropical Twist. Peppered Moss has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Peppered Moss creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Peppered Moss reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Peppered Moss
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peppered Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peppered Moss
#807548
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#879764
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peppered Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peppered Moss 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 Peppered Moss.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peppered Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peppered Moss have?
Peppered Moss by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Peppered Moss from other brands?
The closest matches are Archaeological Site by Behr (#82754D), Tropical Twist by Hirshfield's (#837946), Tropical Twist by Vista Paint (#827843). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Peppered Moss?
Peppered Moss has an LRV of 17.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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