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Dunn-Edwards Cordovan Brown

DESS49 · #4C4340 · LRV 5.9

Compare with other brands: Behr Sweet Molasses is a 99% match

Cordovan Brown (DESS49) is a deep brown from Dunn-Edwards with a subtle peach undertone. Its LRV is about 5.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Behr Sweet Molasses (99% match).

Compare Cordovan Brown with other brands

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LRV

5.9 · Very dark

Undertone

Peach · subtle

Temperature

Warm

Code

DESS49

HEX

#4C4340

RGB

76, 67, 64

HSL

15°, 9%, 27%

Family

Browns

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Cordovan Brown FAQ

What undertone does Cordovan Brown have?

Cordovan Brown is a deep brown with a subtle 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 Cordovan Brown?

Cordovan Brown has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 5.9 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 Cordovan Brown in other brands?

Behr: Sweet Molasses (PPU5-20), 99%; PPG: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), 98%; Glidden: Phantom Mist (PPG1002-7), 98%; Benjamin Moore: Tucker Chocolate (CW-175), 98%; Valspar: Moon Rock (T501), 96%; Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (SW 7675), 95%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sealskin (HGSW7675), 95%; Farrow & Ball: Tanner's Brown (No. 255), 93%. 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 Cordovan Brown?

The HEX code of Cordovan Brown (DESS49) is #4C4340, RGB 76, 67, 64. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.