Discreet Teal 333-4DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #84ACA9, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone Fence from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #84ACA9 · 333-4DB
Discreet Teal
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Discreet Teal Technical Profile
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Discreet Teal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Discreet Teal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDiscreet Teal
Nearly identical
BehrStone Fence
Stone Fence
Behr
Nearly identical
Drizzle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Barrier Reef
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Acapulco Aqua
Vista Paint
Very similar
Turquoise Porcelain
Valspar
Very similar
Garden Pond
Kilz
Very similar
Boca Raton Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Green Sea
PPG
Very similar
Peg's Promise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Water .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Discreet Teal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Discreet Teal
#84ACA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Discreet Teal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Discreet Teal 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
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More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Discreet Teal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Discreet Teal have?
Discreet Teal by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Discreet Teal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Discreet Teal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Discreet Teal are Stone Fence by Behr (a near-identical match), Drizzle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Barrier Reef by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Discreet Teal'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 Discreet Teal?
Discreet Teal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Discreet Teal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.