Throwing Clay DEBN67 is a beige paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CCC2AA, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Make Believe from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCC2AA · DEBN67
Throwing Clay
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Throwing Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Throwing Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsThrowing Clay
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMake Believe
Make Believe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Bamboo
Behr
Nearly identical
Cargo Pants
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cantera
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Hideaway
PPG
Nearly identical
Snake Charmer
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cantera
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Old White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Nearly identical
Beachwalk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Throwing Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Throwing Clay
#CCC2AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Throwing Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Throwing Clay 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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Throwing Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Throwing Clay have?
Throwing Clay 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 Throwing Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Throwing Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Throwing Clay are Make Believe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pale Bamboo by Behr (a near-identical match), Cargo Pants by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Throwing Clay'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 Throwing Clay?
Throwing Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Throwing Clay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.