Archwood 404-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #7D6861, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Triple Chocolate Mousse from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D6861 · 404-5DB
Archwood
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Archwood Technical Profile
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Archwood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Archwood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyArchwood
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTriple Chocolate Mousse
Triple Chocolate Mousse
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cocoa Berry
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bold Brandy
PPG
Nearly identical
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Toasted Taupe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Oakwood Brown
Behr
Very similar
Cocoa Truffle
Kilz
Very similar
Less Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sequoia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Archwood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Archwood
#7D6861
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A09471
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Archwood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Archwood 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 Archwood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Archwood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Archwood have?
Archwood 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 Archwood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Archwood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Archwood are Triple Chocolate Mousse by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Cocoa Berry by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bold Brandy by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Archwood'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 Archwood?
Archwood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Archwood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.