Union Springs DE6243 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #9C9680, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is At Ease Soldier from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C9680 · DE6243
Union Springs
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Union Springs in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Union Springs in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsUnion Springs
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAt Ease Soldier
At Ease Soldier
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gettysburg Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Orestes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet Carolina
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sylvan
PPG
Nearly identical
Milk Thistle
Behr
Nearly identical
Orestes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stone Cottage
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Union Springs
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Union Springs
#9C9680
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Union Springs
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Union Springs 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 Union Springs.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Union Springs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Union Springs have?
Union Springs by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Union Springs in your own space before committing.
What colors match Union Springs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Union Springs are At Ease Soldier by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gettysburg Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Orestes by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Union Springs'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 Union Springs?
Union Springs has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.4, 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 Union Springs's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.