Ruggedly Handsome DEBN38 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8D7A63, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Resort Tan from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D7A63 · DEBN38
Ruggedly Handsome
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ruggedly Handsome Technical Profile
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Ruggedly Handsome in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ruggedly Handsome in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsRuggedly Handsome
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsResort Tan
Resort Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Everard Coffee
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rain Barrel
PPG
Nearly identical
Wooly Thyme
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandalwood Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mocha Syrup
Valspar
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ruggedly Handsome
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ruggedly Handsome
#8D7A63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A77C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ruggedly Handsome
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ruggedly Handsome 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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Ruggedly Handsome — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ruggedly Handsome have?
Ruggedly Handsome by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ruggedly Handsome in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ruggedly Handsome from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ruggedly Handsome are Resort Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Everard Coffee by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rain Barrel by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ruggedly Handsome'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 Ruggedly Handsome?
Ruggedly Handsome has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.5, 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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