Flutter by 403-2DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C6B9B8, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Studio Mauve from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6B9B8 · 403-2DB
Flutter by
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Flutter by in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Flutter by in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFlutter by
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsStudio Mauve
Studio Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Luxurious
PPG
Nearly identical
Young Fawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Georgian Pink
Behr
Nearly identical
Victorian Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oyster Bay
Valspar
Very similar
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dove Feather
Kilz
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
North Island
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flutter by
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flutter by
#C6B9B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flutter by
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flutter by 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 Flutter by.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Flutter by — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flutter by have?
Flutter by by Dutch Boy has a neutral 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 Flutter by in your own space before committing.
What colors match Flutter by from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flutter by are Studio Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Luxurious by PPG (a near-identical match), Imagine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Flutter by'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 Flutter by?
Flutter by has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flutter by's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.