Anchor'S Away 140-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #283E69, estimated LRV 5 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dark Navy from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #283E69 · 140-7DB
Anchor'S Away
5%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Anchor'S Away Technical Profile
HEX Code#283E69
RGB40, 62, 105
Estimated LRV4.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Anchor'S Away
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anchor'S Away
#283E69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#50487C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anchor'S Away
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anchor'S Away 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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Anchor'S Away — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anchor'S Away have?
Anchor'S Away by Dutch Boy has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue 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 Anchor'S Away from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anchor'S Away are Dark Navy by Behr (a close digital match), December Eve by Behr (a close digital match), Very Navy by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Anchor'S Away'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 Anchor'S Away?
Anchor'S Away has a estimated lightness value of 4.9, 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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