Preserve DEA193 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #4A3C50, estimated 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.
Dunn-Edwards · #4A3C50 · DEA193
Preserve
5%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Preserve Technical Profile
HEX Code#4A3C50
RGB74, 60, 80
Estimated LRV5.3
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Preserve
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Preserve from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Preserve are Deep Aubergine by Behr (a close digital match), Plum Island by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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