Alloy Gray 436-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #858A8C, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shaker Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #858A8C · 436-5DB
Alloy Gray
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Alloy Gray Technical Profile
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Alloy Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alloy Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAlloy Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreShaker Gray
Shaker Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
City Storm
Valspar
Nearly identical
Overcast
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Weathered Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
London Road
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Software
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dover Gray
PPG
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
December Nights
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alloy Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alloy Gray
#858A8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alloy Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alloy Gray 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 Alloy Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alloy Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alloy Gray have?
Alloy Gray 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 Alloy Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alloy Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alloy Gray are Shaker Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), City Storm by Valspar (a near-identical match), Overcast by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alloy Gray'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 Alloy Gray?
Alloy Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alloy Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.