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Dunn-Edwards Oak Brown

DESS10 · #6B4F48 · LRV 9.2

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Fresh Brew is a 96% match

Oak Brown (DESS10) is a deep brown from Dunn-Edwards with a strong peach undertone. Its LRV is about 9.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Fresh Brew (96% match).

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LRV

9.2 · Very dark

Undertone

Peach · strong

Temperature

Warm

Code

DESS10

HEX

#6B4F48

RGB

107, 79, 72

HSL

12°, 20%, 35%

Family

Browns

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Oak Brown FAQ

What undertone does Oak Brown have?

Oak Brown is a deep brown with a strong peach undertone. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Oak Brown?

Oak Brown has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Oak Brown in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Fresh Brew (1232), 96%; Behr: Coffee Beans (N150-6), 95%; Glidden: Spiced Wine (PPG1016-7), 95%; PPG: Spiced Wine (PPG1016-7), 95%; Valspar: Rue Bourbon (8004-9F), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Plantation Shutters (SW 7520), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sable (HGSW6083), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Brinjal (No. 222), 83%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Oak Brown?

The HEX code of Oak Brown (DESS10) is #6B4F48, RGB 107, 79, 72. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.