Dark and Stormy 436-7DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #535556, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Maximum Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #535556 · 436-7DB
Dark and Stormy
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark and Stormy Technical Profile
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Dark and Stormy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark and Stormy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDark and Stormy
Nearly identical
BehrMaximum Gray
Maximum Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Motor Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cavernous
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Muskeg Grey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Peppercorn
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Black Widow
PPG
Nearly identical
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Charcoal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Zen Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Traffic Grey B
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark and Stormy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark and Stormy
#535556
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#585F84
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark and Stormy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark and Stormy 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 Dark and Stormy.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark and Stormy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark and Stormy have?
Dark and Stormy 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 Dark and Stormy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark and Stormy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark and Stormy are Maximum Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), Motor Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match), Hopper Head by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark and Stormy'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 Dark and Stormy?
Dark and Stormy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark and Stormy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.