Felted Blue 430-5DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #78868A, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Western Sky Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #78868A · 430-5DB
Felted Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Felted Blue Technical Profile
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Felted Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Felted Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFelted Blue
Nearly identical
PPGWestern Sky Blue
Western Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Academy Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Smokestack Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shadow Effect
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gothic Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
December Nights
Kilz
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Atlantic Shoreline
Behr
Very similar
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Felted Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Felted Blue
#78868A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8590AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Felted Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Felted Blue 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 Felted Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Felted Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Felted Blue have?
Felted Blue by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) 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 Felted Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Felted Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Felted Blue are Western Sky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Academy Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Squirrel Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Felted Blue'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 Felted Blue?
Felted Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Felted Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.