Antiquated Chain 439-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #736E68, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Windy City from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #736E68 · 439-5DB
Antiquated Chain
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Antiquated Chain Technical Profile
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Antiquated Chain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antiquated Chain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAntiquated Chain
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWindy City
Windy City
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grey Hearth
PPG
Nearly identical
Hulett Ore
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Burnished Pewter
Behr
Nearly identical
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Emu
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Graphic Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Brandenburg Gate
Valspar
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antiquated Chain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antiquated Chain
#736E68
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D9F6F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antiquated Chain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antiquated Chain 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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Antiquated Chain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antiquated Chain have?
Antiquated Chain by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Antiquated Chain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antiquated Chain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antiquated Chain are Windy City by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Grey Hearth by PPG (a near-identical match), Artillery by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antiquated Chain'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 Antiquated Chain?
Antiquated Chain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.8, 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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Why Antiquated Chain's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.