Ref. #8E7D5D · DE6195
Prairie Grove
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prairie Grove Technical Profile
What color is Prairie Grove? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #8E7D5D. Colors similar to Prairie Grove include Behr Gingko Tree, PPG Hindu Lotus, Hirshfield's Wooly Thyme. Prairie Grove has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Prairie Grove creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Prairie Grove pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Prairie Grove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prairie Grove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Grove
#8E7D5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FA579
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Grove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Grove 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 Prairie Grove.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prairie Grove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Grove have?
Prairie Grove by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Prairie Grove from other brands?
The closest matches are Gingko Tree by Behr (#928161), Hindu Lotus by PPG (#8E8062), Wooly Thyme by Hirshfield's (#907E63). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Prairie Grove?
Prairie Grove has an LRV of 21.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prairie Grove's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.