Deep Smolder 444-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #716A6E, LRV 15 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Last Light from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #716A6E · 444-5DB
Deep Smolder
15%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Deep Smolder Technical Profile
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Deep Smolder in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Smolder in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDeep Smolder
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLast Light
Last Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Graphite Sketches
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bradford Brown
Behr
Very similar
Grapy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cracked Slate
PPG
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kasbah
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Double Infinity
Valspar
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Smolder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Smolder
#716A6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F6F72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Smolder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Smolder 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 Deep Smolder.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Smolder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Smolder have?
Deep Smolder by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Deep Smolder in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Smolder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Smolder are Last Light by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Graphite Sketches by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Bradford Brown by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Deep Smolder'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 Deep Smolder?
Deep Smolder has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Smolder's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.