Breakwater 416-3DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C5B19A, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Toasted Wheat from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5B19A · 416-3DB
Breakwater
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Breakwater Technical Profile
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Breakwater in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Breakwater in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBreakwater
Nearly identical
BehrToasted Wheat
Toasted Wheat
Behr
Nearly identical
Truffle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nomadic Desert
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rincon Cove
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moose Mousse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Persuasion
PPG
Nearly identical
Yorkshire Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Breakwater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Breakwater
#C5B19A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Breakwater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Breakwater 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 Breakwater.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Breakwater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Breakwater have?
Breakwater by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Breakwater in your own space before committing.
What colors match Breakwater from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Breakwater are Toasted Wheat by Behr (a near-identical match), Truffle by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Nomadic Desert by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Breakwater'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 Breakwater?
Breakwater has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Breakwater's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.