Aged Mercury 442-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #867A6F, 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.
Ref. #867A6F · 442-5DB
Aged Mercury
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Aged Mercury in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aged Mercury 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 Mercury
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBackdrop
Backdrop
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone Ground
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lost Summit
Behr
Nearly identical
Ghost Ship
PPG
Nearly identical
Porcini
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Vigilant
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aged Mercury
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
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More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aged Mercury in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aged Mercury from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aged Mercury are Backdrop by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stone Ground by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Lost Summit by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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