Ellipsis 420-2DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CBC0AD, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Naturel from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBC0AD · 420-2DB
Ellipsis
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ellipsis Technical Profile
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Ellipsis in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ellipsis in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyEllipsis
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNaturel
Naturel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Drop Cloth
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sail Cloth
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Parsnip
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dry Mountains
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bungalow Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Brick House Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tawny Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seagull Wail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ellipsis
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ellipsis
#CBC0AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ellipsis
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ellipsis 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 Ellipsis.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ellipsis — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ellipsis have?
Ellipsis by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ellipsis in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ellipsis from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ellipsis are Naturel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Drop Cloth by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Sail Cloth by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ellipsis'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 Ellipsis?
Ellipsis has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.4, 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
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 Ellipsis's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.