Shelled Peanut 409-6DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #986355, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Majolica Earthenware from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #986355 · 409-6DB
Shelled Peanut
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Shelled Peanut Technical Profile
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Shelled Peanut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shelled Peanut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyShelled Peanut
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsMajolica Earthenware
Majolica Earthenware
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Apple Brown Betty
PPG
Nearly identical
Rio Grande Mud
Valspar
Very similar
Giant Sequoia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brick Hearth
Behr
Very similar
Southwest Spirit
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sizzling Hot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spiced Tea
Kilz
Very similar
Roycroft Adobe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Shelled Peanut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shelled Peanut
#986355
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6997A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shelled Peanut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shelled Peanut 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 Dutch Boy Colors
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More red colors from other brands
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Shelled Peanut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shelled Peanut have?
Shelled Peanut by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Shelled Peanut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shelled Peanut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shelled Peanut are Majolica Earthenware by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Apple Brown Betty by PPG (a near-identical match), Warm Up by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Shelled Peanut'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 Shelled Peanut?
Shelled Peanut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shelled Peanut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.