Chromed 434-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B8C0C3, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Krypton from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #B8C0C3 · 434-2DB
Chromed
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Chromed Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8C0C3
RGB184, 192, 195
Estimated LRV51.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Krypton
Sherwin-Williams
#B8C0C3
Close digital match
Gray Frost
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#B8BFC2
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Distant Star
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#B7BEC1
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Crestline
Dunn-Edwards
#B4BCBF
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Platinum Ring
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#BCC1C3
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Gray Timber Wolf
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#BBC2C7
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#B8C2C8
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Colors That Work With Chromed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chromed
#B8C0C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chromed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chromed 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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chromed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chromed have?
Chromed by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Chromed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chromed are Krypton by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gray Frost by PPG (a close digital match), Distant Star by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chromed'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 Chromed?
Chromed has a estimated lightness value of 51.8, 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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