Dusky Heather 345-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BEB3BE, estimated LRV 47 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pocketful of Posies from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #BEB3BE · 345-3DB
Dusky Heather
47%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dusky Heather Technical Profile
HEX Code#BEB3BE
RGB190, 179, 190
Estimated LRV46.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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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Colors That Work With Dusky Heather
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Heather
#BEB3BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8599
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Heather
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Heather 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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Dusky Heather — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Heather have?
Dusky Heather by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Dusky Heather from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Heather are Pocketful of Posies by Valspar (a close digital match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Velvet Dawn by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dusky Heather'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 Heather?
Dusky Heather has a estimated lightness value of 46.9, 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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