Aged Clay 305-5DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AE6C62, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scene Stealer from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AE6C62 · 305-5DB
Aged Clay
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Aged Clay Technical Profile
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Aged Clay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aged Clay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAged Clay
Nearly identical
BehrScene Stealer
Scene Stealer
Behr
Nearly identical
Potters Wheel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kitchen Tile Red
Valspar
Nearly identical
Henna Shade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Summer’s Eve
Vista Paint
Very similar
Summer's Eve
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Amaretto
PPG
Very similar
Spanish Sherry
Kilz
Very similar
Redwood City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Picture Gallery Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Antique Pink
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aged Clay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aged Clay
#AE6C62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aged Clay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aged Clay 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
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Aged Clay.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aged Clay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aged Clay have?
Aged Clay 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 Aged Clay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aged Clay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aged Clay are Scene Stealer by Behr (a near-identical match), Potters Wheel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), New England Brick by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aged Clay'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 Aged Clay?
Aged Clay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.6, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aged Clay's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.