Gridlock 404-6DB is a gray paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #78635E, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Raisin in the Sun from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #78635E · 404-6DB
Gridlock
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gridlock Technical Profile
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Gridlock in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gridlock in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyGridlock
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRaisin in the Sun
Raisin in the Sun
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
French Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Bold Brandy
PPG
Nearly identical
Cocoa Berry
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Ranch House
Vista Paint
Very similar
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gridlock
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gridlock
#78635E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D8E6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gridlock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gridlock 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 Gridlock.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gridlock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gridlock have?
Gridlock 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 Gridlock in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gridlock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gridlock are Raisin in the Sun by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), French Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Bold Brandy by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gridlock'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 Gridlock?
Gridlock has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.7, 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 Gridlock's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.