Wild Buffalo DEBN21 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #65524E, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Piano Brown from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #65524E · DEBN21
Wild Buffalo
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Wild Buffalo Technical Profile
HEX Code#65524E
RGB101, 82, 78
Estimated LRV9.4
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 Familygray
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#68554E
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Colors That Work With Wild Buffalo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Buffalo
#65524E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A7B5C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Buffalo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild Buffalo 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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Wild Buffalo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Buffalo have?
Wild Buffalo 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 Wild Buffalo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Buffalo are Piano Brown by Valspar (a close digital match), Fresco Urbain by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bridle Leather Brown by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Wild Buffalo'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 Wild Buffalo?
Wild Buffalo has a estimated lightness value of 9.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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