Dusky Trail 407-2DB is a red paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D1B9B2, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonoma Clay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1B9B2 · 407-2DB
Dusky Trail
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusky Trail Technical Profile
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Dusky Trail in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky Trail 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 Trail
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSonoma Clay
Sonoma Clay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
First Waltz
Behr
Nearly identical
Forever Fairytale
PPG
Nearly identical
Sauterne
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sauterne
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Very similar
Dusty Trail
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Insightful Rose
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool Stockings
Kilz
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Trail
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Trail
#D1B9B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Trail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Trail 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 Trail.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusky Trail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Trail have?
Dusky Trail by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dusky Trail in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Trail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Trail are Sonoma Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), First Waltz by Behr (a near-identical match), Forever Fairytale by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusky Trail'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 Trail?
Dusky Trail has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusky Trail's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.