Aged Mercury 442-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #867A6F, estimated LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Backdrop from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #867A6F · 442-5DB
Aged Mercury
20%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Aged Mercury Technical Profile
HEX Code#867A6F
RGB134, 122, 111
Estimated LRV20.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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#867A6F
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#877B70
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#887A6E
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#887B6E
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#877B6E
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Colors That Work With Aged Mercury
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aged Mercury
#867A6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9A87F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aged Mercury
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aged Mercury 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
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Aged Mercury — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aged Mercury have?
Aged Mercury by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Aged Mercury from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aged Mercury are Backdrop by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Stone Ground by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Lost Summit by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aged Mercury'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 Mercury?
Aged Mercury has a estimated lightness value of 20.1, 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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