Grayed Aqua 428-4DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #9CB8B6, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Renew Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #9CB8B6 · 428-4DB
Grayed Aqua
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Grayed Aqua Technical Profile
HEX Code#9CB8B6
RGB156, 184, 182
Estimated LRV44.7
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 Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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#99B6B3
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#A0BBB8
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#9DB8B3
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#9BBAB6
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Colors That Work With Grayed Aqua
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grayed Aqua
#9CB8B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859CAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grayed Aqua
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grayed Aqua 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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Grayed Aqua — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grayed Aqua have?
Grayed Aqua by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Grayed Aqua from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grayed Aqua are Renew Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Festoon Aqua by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Lake Country by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grayed Aqua'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 Grayed Aqua?
Grayed Aqua has a estimated lightness value of 44.7, 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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