Comforting Neutral 440-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6D665D, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grey Squirrel from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6D665D · 440-6DB
Comforting Neutral
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Comforting Neutral Technical Profile
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Comforting Neutral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Comforting Neutral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyComforting Neutral
Nearly identical
PPGGrey Squirrel
Grey Squirrel
PPG
Nearly identical
Porpoise
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Deep Creek
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grey Locks
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnished Pewter
Behr
Nearly identical
Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Muddy Paws
Kilz
Nearly identical
Catch of the Day
Valspar
Very similar
Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cardamom
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Comforting Neutral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Comforting Neutral
#6D665D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#959865
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Comforting Neutral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Comforting Neutral 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 Comforting Neutral.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Comforting Neutral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Comforting Neutral have?
Comforting Neutral by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Comforting Neutral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Comforting Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Comforting Neutral are Grey Squirrel by PPG (a near-identical match), Porpoise by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Deep Creek by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Comforting Neutral'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 Comforting Neutral?
Comforting Neutral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.5, 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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