Ref. #6B443D · DEA148
Sunken Ship
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sunken Ship Technical Profile
What color is Sunken Ship? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #6B443D. Colors similar to Sunken Ship include PPG Warm Mahogany, Sherwin-Williams Aurora Brown, Behr Toasted Pecan. Sunken Ship has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Sunken Ship creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Sunken Ship
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunken Ship
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunken Ship
#6B443D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837458
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunken Ship
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunken Ship 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 Sunken Ship.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunken Ship — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunken Ship have?
Sunken Ship by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Sunken Ship from other brands?
The closest matches are Warm Mahogany by PPG (#6D4741), Aurora Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#6A4238), Toasted Pecan by Behr (#653F38). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sunken Ship?
Sunken Ship has an LRV of 7.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunken Ship's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.