Dusky Gray 439-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A0998F, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pavestone from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0998F · 439-3DB
Dusky Gray
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusky Gray Technical Profile
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Dusky Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyDusky Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPavestone
Pavestone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coastal Villa
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gothic Arch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beachwood Drive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moon Rock
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray By Me
PPG
Nearly identical
Cloudy Today
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloudy Today
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Greyswood
Kilz
Very similar
Charleston Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Signal Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Gray
#A0998F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Gray 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 Dusky Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusky Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Gray have?
Dusky Gray 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 Dusky Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Gray are Pavestone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Coastal Villa by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gothic Arch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusky Gray'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 Dusky Gray?
Dusky Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.2, 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 Dusky Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.