Comforting Neutral 440-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6D665D, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #6D665D · 440-6DB
Comforting Neutral
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Comforting Neutral Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D665D
RGB109, 102, 93
Estimated LRV13.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 →
Grey Squirrel
PPG
#6F675D
Close digital match
Porpoise
Sherwin-Williams
#6B645B
Close digital match
Deep Creek
Benjamin Moore
#6C665C
Close digital match
Grey Locks
Vista Paint
#6F675C
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Burnished Pewter
Behr
#716A62
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Grey Locks
Hirshfield's
#72695E
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Muddy Paws
Kilz
#6B625A
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#6D6661
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Colors That Work With Comforting Neutral
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Comforting Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Comforting Neutral are Grey Squirrel by PPG (a close digital match), Porpoise by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Deep Creek by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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