Peppered Moss DEA169 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #807548, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Archaeological Site from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #807548 · DEA169
Peppered Moss
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Peppered Moss Technical Profile
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Peppered Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peppered Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPeppered Moss
Nearly identical
BehrArchaeological Site
Archaeological Site
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Twist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Vista Paint
Very similar
Autumn Fern
PPG
Very similar
Autumn Grove
Valspar
Very similar
Greenbrook
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Aegean Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Edamame
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Olivery
Kilz
Very similar
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Peppered Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peppered Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peppered Moss are Archaeological Site by Behr (a near-identical match), Tropical Twist by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Tropical Twist by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Peppered Moss'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 Peppered Moss?
Peppered Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.8, 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 Peppered Moss's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.