Algae Bloom 221-6DB is a brown paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9C7F41, estimated LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grandiose from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9C7F41 · 221-6DB
Algae Bloom
23%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Algae Bloom Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C7F41
RGB156, 127, 65
Estimated LRV22.6
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 Familybrown
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Algae Bloom
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Grandiose
Sherwin-Williams
#9C7F41
Close digital match
Gold Estate
Vista Paint
#987C40
Close digital match
Golden Harmony
Dunn-Edwards
#9F8046
Close digital match
Brazen
Benjamin Moore
#9E8347
Close digital match
Gold Estate
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#977A41
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#9C8443
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Colors That Work With Algae Bloom
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Algae Bloom
#9C7F41
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BA56B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Algae Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Algae Bloom 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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Algae Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Algae Bloom have?
Algae Bloom by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Algae Bloom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Algae Bloom are Grandiose by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gold Estate by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Golden Harmony by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Algae Bloom'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 Algae Bloom?
Algae Bloom has a estimated lightness value of 22.6, 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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