Skein of Yarn DEBN55 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BFB89C, 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.
Ref. #BFB89C · DEBN55
Skein of Yarn
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Skein of Yarn Technical Profile
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Skein of Yarn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Skein of Yarn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSkein of Yarn
Nearly identical
ValsparGood to Grow
Good to Grow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mosaic Tile
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Fresh Thyme Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Helen of Troy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Seedling
Behr
Nearly identical
Star of Gold
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Koi Pond
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Helen of Troy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Skein of Yarn
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Skein of Yarn.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Skein of Yarn in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Mosaic Tile by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fresh Thyme Green by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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