Bare Titanium 404-2DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C2B4A7, LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Diverse Beige from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2B4A7 · 404-2DB
Bare Titanium
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bare Titanium Technical Profile
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Bare Titanium in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bare Titanium in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBare Titanium
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDiverse Beige
Diverse Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ash Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Clean Sweep
Valspar
Nearly identical
Smokestack
Behr
Nearly identical
Staccato Mauve
Kilz
Nearly identical
Knitting Basket
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone Harbor Greige
PPG
Nearly identical
Castellina
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Thistle Gray
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bare Titanium
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bare Titanium
#C2B4A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bare Titanium
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bare Titanium 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 Bare Titanium.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bare Titanium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bare Titanium have?
Bare Titanium by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bare Titanium in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bare Titanium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bare Titanium are Diverse Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ash Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Clean Sweep by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bare Titanium'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 Bare Titanium?
Bare Titanium has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bare Titanium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.