Up North DE5711 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #6F9587, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spotswood Teal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #6F9587 · DE5711
Up North
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Up North Technical Profile
HEX Code#6F9587
RGB111, 149, 135
Estimated LRV26.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Up North
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Up North
#6F9587
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A8AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Up North
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Up North Room Palettes
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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
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Up North — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Up North have?
Up North by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Up North from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Up North are Spotswood Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Garden Fountain by Behr (a close digital match), Wright Egyptian Blue by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Up North'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 Up North?
Up North has a estimated lightness value of 26.6, 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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