Ref. #A89983 · DE6215
Wooden Peg
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Wooden Peg Technical Profile
What color is Wooden Peg? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #A89983. Colors similar to Wooden Peg include Sherwin-Williams Studio Taupe, Valspar Wild Mushroom, MPC Mt. Sinai Bronze. Wooden Peg has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Wooden Peg depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Wooden Peg pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wooden Peg
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wooden Peg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wooden Peg
#A89983
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wooden Peg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wooden Peg 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
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Wooden Peg.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wooden Peg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wooden Peg have?
Wooden Peg by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Wooden Peg from other brands?
The closest matches are Studio Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (#AD9C85), Wild Mushroom by Valspar (#AB9C83), Mt. Sinai Bronze by MPC (#A39783). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wooden Peg?
Wooden Peg has an LRV of 32.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Wooden Peg's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.