Preserve DEA193 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4A3C50, LRV 5 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Aubergine from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A3C50 · DEA193
Preserve
5%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Preserve Technical Profile
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Preserve in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Preserve in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsPreserve
Nearly identical
BehrDeep Aubergine
Deep Aubergine
Behr
Nearly identical
Plum Island
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Plum Royale
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Eggplant
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Affair
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bon Vivant
Valspar
Very similar
Blackberry
PPG
Very similar
Great Aubergine!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Concord Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Paean Black
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Violet Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Preserve
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Preserve
#4A3C50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#734C6B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Preserve
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Preserve 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 Preserve.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Preserve — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Preserve have?
Preserve by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Preserve in your own space before committing.
What colors match Preserve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Preserve are Deep Aubergine by Behr (a near-identical match), Plum Island by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Plum Royale by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Preserve'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 Preserve?
Preserve has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 5.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Preserve's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.