Fair-Minded Gray 438-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #B9BAB6, estimated LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Granite from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #B9BAB6 · 438-3DB
Fair-Minded Gray
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fair-Minded Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9BAB6
RGB185, 186, 182
Estimated LRV48.8
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 Familygray
BrandDutch Boy
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Fresh Granite
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#BABAB6
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#B9BBB7
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#B9B9B5
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Urban Sunrise
Valspar
#B6B8B5
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Streamlined Silver
Kilz
#BBBDBA
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Gray Clouds
Sherwin-Williams
#B7B7B2
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Silver Chalice
Dunn-Edwards
#B6B8B3
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Zephyr
Vista Paint
#BBBAB6
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Rand Moon
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#B7B7B4
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Colors That Work With Fair-Minded Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fair-Minded Gray
#B9BAB6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fair-Minded Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fair-Minded 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
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Fair-Minded Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fair-Minded Gray have?
Fair-Minded Gray by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Fair-Minded Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fair-Minded Gray are Fresh Granite by PPG (a close digital match), Half Dome by PPG (a close digital match), Coventry Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fair-Minded 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 Fair-Minded Gray?
Fair-Minded Gray has a estimated lightness value of 48.8, 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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