Rugged Individual DEBN32 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #86766C, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grizzly from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #86766C · DEBN32
Rugged Individual
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rugged Individual Technical Profile
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Rugged Individual in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rugged Individual in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRugged Individual
Nearly identical
BehrGrizzly
Grizzly
Behr
Nearly identical
Beachcomber
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tattle Tail
PPG
Nearly identical
Pelican Beak
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Summer Sparrow
Valspar
Very similar
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Backdrop
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rugged Individual
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rugged Individual
#86766C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8A37D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rugged Individual
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rugged Individual 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rugged Individual — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rugged Individual have?
Rugged Individual by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Rugged Individual in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rugged Individual from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rugged Individual are Grizzly by Behr (a near-identical match), Chocolate Heart by Behr (a near-identical match), Beachcomber by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rugged Individual'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 Rugged Individual?
Rugged Individual has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, 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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Why Rugged Individual's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.