Wilderness DE6236 is a gray paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #8F886C, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rattan Palm from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #8F886C · DE6236
Wilderness
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Wilderness Technical Profile
HEX Code#8F886C
RGB143, 136, 108
Estimated LRV24.5
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Rattan Palm
PPG
#8F876B
Close digital match
Mirrored Willow
Vista Paint
#8D876C
Close digital match
Mirrored Willow
Hirshfield's
#8D876D
Close digital match
Majestic Sage
Benjamin Moore
#90876C
Close digital match
Sheraton Sage
Sherwin-Williams
#8F8666
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Heuchera Leaf
Dutch Boy
#8A856B
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Oregano Spice
Behr
#8D8765
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Valspar
#8B886A
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#958B6A
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RAL
#8F8B66
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#8B8A77
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Colors That Work With Wilderness
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wilderness
#8F886C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAC82
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wilderness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wilderness 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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Wilderness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wilderness have?
Wilderness 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 Wilderness from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wilderness are Rattan Palm by PPG (a close digital match), Mirrored Willow by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Mirrored Willow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Wilderness'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 Wilderness?
Wilderness has a estimated lightness value of 24.5, 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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