Anchored Blue 434-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #44484D, LRV 6 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cyberspace from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #44484D · 434-7DB
Anchored Blue
6%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Anchored Blue Technical Profile
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Anchored Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Anchored Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAnchored Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCyberspace
Cyberspace
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Black Horizon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Salem Black
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Coat
Behr
Nearly identical
Railings
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Blue Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Witchcraft
PPG
Nearly identical
Sooty Lashes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Midnight Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Typewriter
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Anchored Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Anchored Blue
#44484D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#514E76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Anchored Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Anchored Blue 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 Anchored Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Anchored Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Anchored Blue have?
Anchored Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) 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 Anchored Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Anchored Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Anchored Blue are Cyberspace by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Black Horizon by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Salem Black by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Anchored Blue'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 Anchored Blue?
Anchored Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Anchored Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.