Cliffside Gray 437-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #747371, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ancestral from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #747371 · 437-5DB
Cliffside Gray
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cliffside Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#747371
RGB116, 115, 113
Estimated LRV17.2
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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Ancestral
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#71706C
Close digital match
Nature Walk
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#777575
Close digital match
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#757676
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#726F6C
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Colors That Work With Cliffside Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cliffside Gray
#747371
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BA375
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cliffside Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cliffside 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
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Cliffside Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cliffside Gray have?
Cliffside Gray 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 Cliffside Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cliffside Gray are Ancestral by Behr (a close digital match), Nature Walk by Valspar (a close digital match), Dark Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cliffside 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 Cliffside Gray?
Cliffside Gray has a estimated lightness value of 17.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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