Sauteed Cremini DEBN23 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8D8378, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Art District from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D8378 · DEBN23
Sauteed Cremini
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sauteed Cremini Technical Profile
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Sauteed Cremini in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sauteed Cremini in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSauteed Cremini
Nearly identical
BehrArt District
Art District
Behr
Nearly identical
Taos Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Bohemian Earth
Kilz
Nearly identical
Seine
Valspar
Nearly identical
So Sublime
PPG
Nearly identical
Timeless Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Promising Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sultry Castle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fireplace Mantel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sauteed Cremini
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sauteed Cremini
#8D8378
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sauteed Cremini
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sauteed Cremini 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.
Sauteed Cremini — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sauteed Cremini have?
Sauteed Cremini 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 Sauteed Cremini in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sauteed Cremini from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sauteed Cremini are Art District by Behr (a near-identical match), Taos Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pearl Mouse Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sauteed Cremini'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 Sauteed Cremini?
Sauteed Cremini has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.3, 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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Why Sauteed Cremini's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.