Skein of Yarn DEBN55 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BFB89C, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Good to Grow from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #BFB89C · DEBN55
Skein of Yarn
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Skein of Yarn Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFB89C
RGB191, 184, 156
Estimated LRV47.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Skein of Yarn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skein of Yarn
#BFB89C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skein of Yarn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skein of Yarn 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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Skein of Yarn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skein of Yarn have?
Skein of Yarn by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Skein of Yarn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Skein of Yarn are Good to Grow by Valspar (a close digital match), Mosaic Tile by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Fresh Thyme Green by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Skein of Yarn'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 Skein of Yarn?
Skein of Yarn has a estimated lightness value of 47.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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