Future Gray 445-3DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #ADA4A7, LRV 38 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Truly Taupe from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ADA4A7 · 445-3DB
Future Gray
38%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Future Gray Technical Profile
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Future Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Future Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyFuture Gray
Nearly identical
PPGTruly Taupe
Truly Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Heather Ridge
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beguiling Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoky Mountain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Crystal Noir
Valspar
Very similar
Pebble Creek
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Desert Echo
Behr
Very similar
Disco Ball
Kilz
Very similar
Smoky Wings
Hirshfield's
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Future Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Future Gray
#ADA4A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Future Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Future 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Future Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Future Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Future Gray have?
Future Gray by Dutch Boy has a warm (pink) 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 Future Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Future Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Future Gray are Truly Taupe by PPG (a near-identical match), Heather Ridge by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Beguiling Mauve by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Future 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 Future Gray?
Future Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Future Gray's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.