Pistachio Shell DE6263 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B1B6A3, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Environmental from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #B1B6A3 · DE6263
Pistachio Shell
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pistachio Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1B6A3
RGB177, 182, 163
Estimated LRV45.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#B0B5A1
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#AFB5A2
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#B2B8A3
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#ACB19F
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#ABB09E
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Colors That Work With Pistachio Shell
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pistachio Shell
#B1B6A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pistachio Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pistachio Shell 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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Pistachio Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pistachio Shell have?
Pistachio Shell by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) 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 Pistachio Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pistachio Shell are Environmental by Behr (a close digital match), Foggy Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Environmental by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pistachio Shell'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 Pistachio Shell?
Pistachio Shell has a estimated lightness value of 45.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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