Existence 420-1DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D7D0C0, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7D0C0 · 420-1DB
Existence
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Existence Technical Profile
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Existence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Existence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyExistence
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHeather
Heather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Skipping Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Accolade
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oatmeal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Aged Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Crushed Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Earthling
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shoreline Haze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pebblebrook
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Existence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Existence
#D7D0C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Existence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Existence 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 Existence.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Existence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Existence have?
Existence 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 Existence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Existence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Existence are Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Skipping Stone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shaded White by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Existence'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 Existence?
Existence has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Existence's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.