Existence 420-1DB is a beige paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D7D0C0, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #D7D0C0 · 420-1DB
Existence
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Existence Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7D0C0
RGB215, 208, 192
Estimated LRV63.4
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familybeige
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Existence
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Heather
Dunn-Edwards
#D6CFBF
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Skipping Stone
Benjamin Moore
#D6D0C0
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Shaded White
Farrow & Ball
#D9D2C1
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Accolade
Sherwin-Williams
#D5CEBF
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Oatmeal
Kilz
#D7D1C0
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Aged Beige
Behr
#D7CFC0
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Crushed Silk
PPG
#D8CFBE
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Earthling
Vista Paint
#DCD4C4
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Shoreline Haze
Valspar
#DAD3C0
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Pebblebrook
Hirshfield's
#D8D0BC
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Colors That Work With Existence
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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
Digital 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
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Existence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Existence have?
Existence by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Existence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Existence are Heather by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Skipping Stone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Shaded White by Farrow & Ball (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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