Centuryed Gray 442-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CCC5BD, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alpaca from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCC5BD · 442-2DB
Centuryed Gray
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Centuryed Gray Technical Profile
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Centuryed Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Centuryed Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCenturyed Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAlpaca
Alpaca
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sheepskin
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fossil Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Pavilion Gray
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wheat Bread
Behr
Nearly identical
Sheepskin
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wish
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
Nearly identical
Heritage Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
En Plein Air
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Centuryed Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Centuryed Gray
#CCC5BD
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 Centuryed Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Centuryed Gray 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 Centuryed Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Centuryed Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Centuryed Gray have?
Centuryed Gray 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 Centuryed Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Centuryed Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Centuryed Gray are Alpaca by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sheepskin by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Fossil Grey by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Centuryed Gray'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 Centuryed Gray?
Centuryed Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Centuryed Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.