Wafting Gray DE6031 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #CDBDBA, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mauve Star from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CDBDBA · DE6031
Wafting Gray
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wafting Gray Technical Profile
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Wafting Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wafting Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsWafting Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMauve Star
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Josephine
Behr
Nearly identical
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Batik
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dove Feather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Studio Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Flutter by
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Subdued
PPG
Nearly identical
Soufflé
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wafting Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wafting Gray
#CDBDBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wafting Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wafting Gray 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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Wafting Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wafting Gray have?
Wafting Gray by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Wafting Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wafting Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wafting Gray are Mauve Star by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Josephine by Behr (a near-identical match), Cathedral Morning by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wafting Gray'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 Wafting Gray?
Wafting Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.9, 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 Wafting Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.