Ref. #66665A · VS-9303
Ashton Grey
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ashton Grey Technical Profile
What color is Ashton Grey? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #66665A. Colors similar to Ashton Grey include PPG Plunge Pool, PPG Plunge Pool, Sherwin-Williams Cast Iron. Ashton Grey has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Ashton Grey creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ashton Grey pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Ashton Grey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashton Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashton Grey
#66665A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A9261
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashton Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashton Grey 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 Ashton Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashton Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashton Grey have?
Ashton Grey by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ashton Grey from other brands?
The closest matches are Plunge Pool by PPG (#656457), Plunge Pool by PPG (#656457), Cast Iron by Sherwin-Williams (#64645A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ashton Grey?
Ashton Grey has an LRV of 13.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ashton Grey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.