Galvanized Shadow 443-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #6F6763, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Folkstone from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6F6763 · 443-6DB
Galvanized Shadow
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Galvanized Shadow Technical Profile
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Galvanized Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Galvanized Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyGalvanized Shadow
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFolkstone
Folkstone
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aromatic Cloves
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coachman's Cape
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gibraltar Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Back Stage
Behr
Very similar
Graphic Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Emu
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hunting Boots
Valspar
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Quartz Grey
RAL
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Galvanized Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Galvanized Shadow
#6F6763
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B936A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Galvanized Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Galvanized Shadow 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 Galvanized Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Galvanized Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Galvanized Shadow have?
Galvanized Shadow by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) 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 Galvanized Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Galvanized Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Galvanized Shadow are Folkstone by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aromatic Cloves by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Coachman's Cape by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Galvanized Shadow'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 Galvanized Shadow?
Galvanized Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Galvanized Shadow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.