Elegant Gray 429-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A8B8B7, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Willow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8B8B7 · 429-3DB
Elegant Gray
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Elegant Gray Technical Profile
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Elegant Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elegant 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 BoyElegant Gray
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Willow
Blue Willow
PPG
Nearly identical
Gray Wool
Behr
Nearly identical
Bidwell Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jolene
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kentucky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mystic Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lucinda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elegant Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elegant Gray
#A8B8B7
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 Elegant Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elegant 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 Elegant 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.
Elegant Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elegant Gray have?
Elegant 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 Elegant Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elegant Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elegant Gray are Blue Willow by PPG (a near-identical match), Gray Wool by Behr (a near-identical match), Gray Wool by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elegant 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 Elegant Gray?
Elegant Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Elegant Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.