Walrus DE6368 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #999B9B, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tavern Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #999B9B · DE6368
Walrus
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Walrus Technical Profile
HEX Code#999B9B
RGB153, 155, 155
Estimated LRV32.6
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Compare alternatives to Walrus
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tavern Taupe
Behr
#969A9B
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Pearl Light Grey
RAL
#9C9C9C
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Smoky Tone
Hirshfield's
#9D9E9D
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Smoky Tone
Vista Paint
#9D9D9C
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Burnished Blade
PPG
#9E9F9E
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Stone Mason Gray
Valspar
#9A9E9D
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Serving Platter
Kilz
#989D9D
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African Gray
Sherwin-Williams
#939899
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Pewter
Benjamin Moore
#989DA0
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Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
#9EA3A5
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Colors That Work With Walrus
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Walrus
#999B9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Walrus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Walrus 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
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Walrus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Walrus have?
Walrus by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Walrus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Walrus are Tavern Taupe by Behr (a close digital match), Pearl Light Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Smoky Tone by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Walrus'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 Walrus?
Walrus has a estimated lightness value of 32.6, 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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