Underbrush DE5446 is a brown paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BE9E48, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mojave Gold from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BE9E48 · DE5446
Underbrush
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Underbrush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Underbrush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsUnderbrush
Nearly identical
BehrMojave Gold
Mojave Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Golden Field
PPG
Nearly identical
Hair Ribbon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Savannah Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Exotic Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Golden Avocado
Valspar
Very similar
Hair Ribbon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Escapade Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Golden Yellow
RAL
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Underbrush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Underbrush
#BE9E48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Underbrush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Underbrush 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 Underbrush.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Underbrush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Underbrush have?
Underbrush by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Underbrush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Underbrush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Underbrush are Mojave Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Golden Field by PPG (a near-identical match), Ginger Jar by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Underbrush'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 Underbrush?
Underbrush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Underbrush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.